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Magic: The Gathering API

The Magic: The Gathering API offers developers free access to an extensive database of MTG cards, sets, and various game elements, suitable for application development.

Developed by Magicthegathering.io

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99.80%Uptime
150msLatency
850Stars
No AuthAuth
NoCredit Card
RESTStyle
1.0Version
API Endpoints

Reference for available routes, request structures, and live examples.

Search Magic: The Gathering cards

Full Endpoint URL
https://api.magicthegathering.io/v1/cards
Implementation Example
curl -X GET 'https://api.magicthegathering.io/v1/cards'
Request Payload
{
  "name": "black lotus"
}
Expected Response
{
  "cards": [
    {
      "name": "Black Lotus",
      "manaCost": "{0}"
    }
  ]
}
Version:v1
Limit:Unlimited
Real-World Applications
  • Building collectible card apps to track MTG card collectionsOptimized Capability
  • Creating deck-building tools for strategic gameplayOptimized Capability
  • Developing search tools to explore card attributes and setsOptimized Capability
  • Integrating MTG data into game companion applicationsOptimized Capability
Advantages
  • ✓ No authentication required for easy access
  • ✓ Comprehensive and up-to-date MTG card and set data
  • ✓ Support for multiple filtering and sorting options
  • ✓ Official SDKs available in multiple popular programming languages
Limitations
  • ✗ No documented SLA or guaranteed uptime
  • ✗ Limited or no rate limit details leading to possible throttling
  • ✗ Lacks advanced query capabilities like GraphQL
  • ✗ No built-in user or usage analytics

FAQs

API Specifications

1.0
Pricing Model
Free
Credit Card
Not Required
Response Formats
JSON
Supported Languages
10 Languages
SDK Support
JavaScript, Python, Java, Ruby, C#
Time to Hello World

Instant, no signup required

Rate Limit

1000 requests per 10 minutes

Free Tier Usage

Unlimited free access with a soft rate limit of 1000 requests per 10 minutes; no API key or signup required.

Use Case: Best For

Developers building MTG-related third-party applications and websites requiring card data without barriers.

Not Recommended For

Enterprise-level applications needing guaranteed SLAs, advanced security, or private data access.

Resources

Documentation Official Website Source Code Pricing Details Postman Collection
#cards#gaming#mtg

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