Bringer of the Black Dawn
Bringer of the Black Dawn Price Summary
As of Aug 1, 2026, the cheapest tracked printing of Bringer of the Black Dawn is $1.26 (PLST #5DN-43, Foil), and the most expensive is $9.86 (5DN #43, Foil). The benchmark price (cheapest playable nonfoil) is $1.66, flat over 7 days, up 7.1% over 30 days, up 12.2% over 90 days. All-time tracked high: $1.88 (2024).
Bringer of the Black Dawn Printings & Prices
Bringer of the Black Dawn has 2 tracked printings across 2 sets, in foil and nonfoil finishes.
Sell Bringer of the Black Dawn: Buylist Offers
Card Kingdom currently pays $4.50 cash for 5DN #43 (Foil); the retail-buylist spread on that printing is 50% (wide).
| Buyer | Printing | Finish | Cash offer | Retail | Spread |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| starcitygames | 5DN #43 | Foil | $5.00 | — | — |
| Card Kingdom | 5DN #43 | Foil | $4.50 | $8.99 | 50% |
| CoolStuffInc | 5DN #43 | Foil | $4.00 | — | — |
| Card Kingdom | 5DN #43 | Nonfoil | $0.33 | $1.29 | 74% |
| starcitygames | 5DN #43 | Nonfoil | $0.25 | — | — |
| Card Kingdom | PLST #5DN-43 | Foil | $0.09 | $0.59 | 85% |
Bringer of the Black Dawn Rules Text & Legality
You may pay {W}{U}{B}{R}{G} rather than pay this spell's mana cost.
Trample
At the beginning of your upkeep, you may pay 2 life. If you do, search your library for a card, then shuffle and put that card on top.
Bringer of the Black Dawn is legal in Modern, Legacy and Commander, and not legal in Standard, Pioneer and Pauper.
Reprints & Reprint Risk
Bringer of the Black Dawn has been reprinted 3 times.
| Set | Date | Rarity | Treatment |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLST #5DN-43 | 2022-04-29 | Rare | Standard |
| 5DN #43 | 2004-06-04 | Rare | Standard |
| 5DN #43 | 2004-06-04 | Rare | Standard |
PLST #5DN-43 
5DN #43 Bringer of the Black Dawn in Commander
Bringer of the Black Dawn is the #14,575 most-played card on EDHREC, down 123 places over the last 30 days.
Bringer of the Black Dawn FAQ
How much is Bringer of the Black Dawn worth?
Bringer of the Black Dawn is worth about $1.66 for its cheapest playable printing as of Aug 1, 2026. Prices range from $1.66 to $9.86 across 2 tracked printings.
Is Bringer of the Black Dawn legal in Commander?
Yes — Bringer of the Black Dawn is legal in Commander. It is also legal in Modern and Legacy.
Has Bringer of the Black Dawn been reprinted?
Yes — Bringer of the Black Dawn has been reprinted 3 times, with 2 printings tracked on The Index.
Why is Bringer of the Black Dawn cheap?
Bringer of the Black Dawn trades at about $1.66 — 3 reprints keep supply plentiful, and Commander demand is modest (#14,575 on EDHREC).