The Protector
Theros Hero's Path · #1a

The Protector

The Protector is a Common Hero from Theros Hero's Path (1a) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost 0 CMC. Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $0.79 for ungraded copies.

Theros Hero's Path set collectorsPrice-conscious singles buyers
TCGPlayer market $0.79
Cardmarket trend €1.06
Rarity Common
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Who is this card for?

The Protector suits collectors and players working on Theros Hero's Path who need the Common slot. Compare listing photos to your target finish and confirm the Scryfall collector number before buying online.

What is The Protector from Theros Hero's Path?

The Protector is a Hero in Theros Hero's Path numbered 1a. Mana cost 0 CMC. The Protector (1a) from Theros Hero's Path should be evaluated with set context, mana cost, color identity, and condition together. This printing is from Theros Hero's Path.

What is The Protector worth today?

Cactaur tracks a market reference near $0.79 for The Protector. Low and high spread runs $0.79 to null. Per-finish references: cardmarket: $1.06; Normal: $0.79. This printing is from Theros Hero's Path. Collector number 1a distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.

SetTheros Hero's Path
Number1a
RarityCommon
TCGPlayer USD$0.79
Cardmarket EUR€1.06
cardmarket $1.06
Normal $0.79

How collectible is The Protector?

The Protector is a Common printing in Theros Hero's Path. Master set builders use collector number and set symbol to track completion progress. This printing is from Theros Hero's Path. Collector number 1a distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.

What are the key details for The Protector?

The Protector lists as Hero. Artist: Chuck Lukacs. Rules text is indexed in the catalog for search and deck research. This printing is from Theros Hero's Path. Collector number 1a distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Common.

Cactaur's take

The Protector (1a) from Theros Hero's Path should be evaluated with set context, mana cost, color identity, and condition together.

Pros

  • The Protector is catalogued as Common Hero in Theros Hero's Path, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
  • Public market data shows a reference near $0.79 across finishes (cardmarket: $1.06; Normal: $0.79).
  • Mana cost 0 CMC and type line Hero help deck builders confirm the correct printing quickly.

Cons

  • Raw market prices vary by condition and finish — near-mint estimates are not slab grades.

Verdict: Use $0.79 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.

FAQ

What is The Protector from Theros Hero's Path?

The Protector is a Common Hero from Theros Hero's Path numbered 1a in Magic: The Gathering. Cactaur indexes set, rarity, mana cost, and market references for this printing.

How much is The Protector worth?

Cactaur's catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $0.79 for ungraded The Protector. Condition, finish, and recent sold comps can move realized prices above or below that benchmark.

What rarity is The Protector?

The Protector is catalogued as Common in Theros Hero's Path. Use the collector number and set symbol on listings to confirm you are buying this exact printing.

How do I verify the correct The Protector printing?

Match set code thp1, collector number 1a, and finish treatment. Scryfall-backed metadata on this page is the reference Cactaur uses for catalog keys. This printing is from Theros Hero's Path.

Should I buy The Protector near mint or played?

Near-mint copies command the catalog reference near $0.79. Heavily played copies trade lower unless the card is a chase rare where any clean copy is scarce.

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Catalog snapshot: 2026-06-23. Last updated: 2026-06-23.