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Vault of the Archangel Dark Ascension MTG card
DKA #158 · Art by John Avon
DKA set symbol, RareDark Ascension#158Rare

Vault of the Archangel

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#468 Down 2 in 30 days
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Vault of the Archangel Price Summary

The benchmark price (cheapest playable nonfoil) is $1.07, up 1.9% over 7 days, up 5.9% over 30 days, down 96.2% over 90 days.

Vault of the Archangel Price History

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Vault of the Archangel in Sealed Products

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Vault of the Archangel Printings & Prices

Vault of the Archangel has 8 tracked printings across 8 sets, in nonfoil and foil finishes, including inverted treatments.

DKA set symbol, RareDKA #158
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LCC set symbol, RareLCC #367
TDC set symbol, RareTDC #410
MD1 set symbol, RareMD1 #17
CLB set symbol, RareCLB #927
MOC set symbol, RareMOC #443
OTC set symbol, RareOTC #339
SLD set symbol, RareSLD #350
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Card KingdomSLD #350Nonfoil
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Card KingdomOTC #339Nonfoil
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Card KingdomTDC #410Nonfoil

Vault of the Archangel Rules Text & Legality

Vault of the Archangel

{T}: Add {C}.

{2}{W}{B}, {T}: Creatures you control gain deathtouch and lifelink until end of turn.

"For centuries my creation kept this world in balance. Now only her shadow remains." —Sorin Markov

Vault of the Archangel is legal in Modern, Legacy and Commander, and not legal in Standard, Pioneer and Pauper.

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Vault of the Archangel Rulings

  • Jan 22, 2011

    Multiple instances of deathtouch or lifelink on the same creature are redundant.

  • Jan 22, 2011

    Vault of the Archangel's last ability affects only creatures you control when that ability resolves. It won't affect creatures that come under your control later in the turn.

Reprints & Reprint Risk

Vault of the Archangel has been reprinted 10 times. The Outlaws of Thunder Junction Commander reprint cut the price 68% in 30 days.

  • Feb 3, 2012DKA set symbol, RareDark AscensionDKA #158
  • Feb 3, 2012DKA set symbol, RareDark Ascension · foilDKA #158
  • May 30, 2014MD1 set symbol, RareModern Event Deck 2014MD1 #17
  • Jun 21, 2021SLD set symbol, RareSecret Lair Drop · InvertedSLD #350
  • Jun 21, 2021SLD set symbol, RareSecret Lair Drop · Inverted, foilSLD #350
  • Jun 10, 2022CLB set symbol, RareCommander Legends: Battle for Baldur's GateCLB #927
  • Apr 21, 2023MOC set symbol, RareMarch of the Machine CommanderMOC #443
  • Nov 17, 2023LCC set symbol, RareThe Lost Caverns of Ixalan CommanderLCC #367
  • Apr 19, 2024OTC set symbol, RareOutlaws of Thunder Junction CommanderOTC #339
  • Apr 11, 2025TDC set symbol, RareTarkir: Dragonstorm CommanderTDC #410

Vault of the Archangel in Commander

Vault of the Archangel is the #468 most-played card on EDHREC, down 2 places over the last 30 days.

#468 EDHREC rank
across all Commander decks Down 2 in 30 days

Vault of the Archangel FAQ

How much is Vault of the Archangel worth?

Vault of the Archangel is worth about $1.07 for its cheapest playable printing as of Nov 9, 2026.

Is Vault of the Archangel legal in Commander?

Yes. Vault of the Archangel is legal in Commander. It is also legal in Modern and Legacy.

Has Vault of the Archangel been reprinted?

Yes. Vault of the Archangel has been reprinted 10 times, with 8 printings tracked on The Index.

Why is Vault of the Archangel cheap?

Vault of the Archangel trades at about $1.07; 10 reprints keep supply plentiful.

What can I play instead of Vault of the Archangel?

Cards that fill a similar role include Gavony Township, Slayers' Stronghold, Moorland Haunt.