Quick Answer

A-Navigation Orb is a uncommon Artifact from HBG (HBG) costing {3}.

A-Navigation Orb MTG card

A-Navigation Orb

Artifact

Card Text

{1}, {T}, Sacrifice Navigation Orb: Search your library for up to two basic land cards and/or Gate cards, reveal those cards, put one onto the battlefield tapped and the other into your hand, then shuffle.

Card Stats

uncommon CMC: 3.0 HBG HBG 🎨 Robin Olausson

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Format Legality

Brawl Legal
Historic Legal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is A-Navigation Orb? Basics

A-Navigation Orb is a Artifact card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "{1}, {T}, Sacrifice Navigation Orb: Search your library for up to two basic land cards and/or Gate cards, reveal those cards, put one onto the battlefield tapped and the other into your hand, then shuffle."

How much mana does A-Navigation Orb cost to cast? Basics

A-Navigation Orb has a mana cost of {3}, which equals 3.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It is a colorless card and can be cast with any color of mana.

What does mana cost mean in Magic: The Gathering? Basics

Mana cost is the amount and type of mana required to cast a spell in Magic: The Gathering.

A-Navigation Orb's mana cost of {3} means you need to pay that much mana from your lands or other sources.

Colored symbols (W=White, U=Blue, B=Black, R=Red, G=Green) must be paid with that specific color, while numbers can be paid with any color.

What is converted mana cost (CMC) or mana value? Basics

Converted mana cost (now officially called "mana value") is the total amount of mana in a card's mana cost, regardless of color.

A-Navigation Orb has a mana value of 3.0. This is important for effects that care about a spell's total cost, like cascade or cards that say "mana value 3 or less."

What is oracle text? Basics

Oracle text is the official, current rules text for a Magic card as maintained by Wizards of the Coast. It supersedes any printed text on older cards.

A-Navigation Orb's current oracle text is: "{1}, {T}, Sacrifice Navigation Orb: Search your library for up to two basic land cards and/or Gate cards, reveal those cards, put one onto the battlefield tapped and the other into your hand, then shuffle."

What is the current price of A-Navigation Orb? Pricing

Price data for A-Navigation Orb is currently unavailable. Check TCGPlayer or Card Kingdom for current prices.

Where can I buy A-Navigation Orb? Pricing

You can purchase A-Navigation Orb from major MTG retailers including:

Prices vary by condition and printing. Check multiple sellers to find the best price.

What is the difference between normal and foil cards? Pricing

Foil cards have a shiny, holographic finish that makes them more collectible. They are functionally identical to normal cards but typically cost more due to their rarity and visual appeal.

Is A-Navigation Orb legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for A-Navigation Orb in Standard is not available.

Standard is a rotating format that only allows cards from the most recent sets.

Is A-Navigation Orb legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for A-Navigation Orb in Modern is not available.

Modern includes all cards printed in a standard-legal set from 8th Edition forward.

Is A-Navigation Orb legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Format legality information for A-Navigation Orb in Commander is not available.

Commander is a casual multiplayer format where you build a 100-card singleton deck around a legendary creature.

Is A-Navigation Orb legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for A-Navigation Orb in Pioneer is not available.

Pioneer is a non-rotating format that includes all standard-legal sets from Return to Ravnica forward.

Is A-Navigation Orb legal in Legacy? Legality

Format legality information for A-Navigation Orb in Legacy is not available.

Legacy allows almost all cards ever printed, with a substantial ban list for balance.

Is A-Navigation Orb legal in Vintage? Legality

Format legality information for A-Navigation Orb in Vintage is not available.

Vintage is the most permissive format, allowing almost all cards with only a minimal ban list. Some powerful cards are "Restricted" (limited to 1 copy).

Is A-Navigation Orb legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for A-Navigation Orb in Pauper is not available.

Pauper only allows cards that have been printed at common rarity in a paper or online set.

What is format legality in MTG? Legality

Format legality indicates which official MTG formats allow a card to be played:

  • Legal: Card is allowed in the format
  • Banned: Card is prohibited from play
  • Restricted: Limited to 1 copy (Vintage only)
  • Not Legal: Card was never part of that format's card pool

Different formats have different banned lists based on power level and game balance.

What set is A-Navigation Orb from? Details

This printing of A-Navigation Orb is from HBG (HBG), with collector number A-262.

A-Navigation Orb may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is A-Navigation Orb's rarity? Details

A-Navigation Orb is a uncommon card in HBG.

Card rarity affects both availability and price. From rarest to most common: Mythic Rare → Rare → Uncommon → Common.

Who illustrated A-Navigation Orb? Details

A-Navigation Orb was illustrated by Robin Olausson.

Magic: The Gathering features artwork from hundreds of talented artists, and many cards have been reprinted with new art over the years.

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