Quick Answer

Arcane Teachings is a uncommon Enchantment — Aura from 10E (10E) costing {2}{R}. Current price: $0.32 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Arcane Teachings MTG card

Arcane Teachings

Enchantment — Aura

Card Text

Enchant creature (Target a creature as you cast this. This card enters attached to that creature.) Enchanted creature gets +2/+2 and has "{T}: This creature deals 1 damage to any target."

Card Stats

uncommon CMC: 3.0 10E 10E 🎨 Dan Dos Santos
Enchant

Market Prices

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$0.32
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TCGPlayer
$3.85
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$0.35
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$0.99
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€0.08
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€0.96
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Pauper Legal
Paupercommander Legal
Penny Legal
Predh Legal
Premodern Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (5 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Arcane Teachings? Basics

Arcane Teachings is a Enchantment — Aura card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Enchant creature (Target a creature as you cast this. This card enters attached to that creature.) Enchanted creature gets +2/+2 and has "{T}: This creature deals 1 damage to any target.""

How much mana does Arcane Teachings cost to cast? Basics

Arcane Teachings has a mana cost of {2}{R}, which equals 3.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires R mana to cast.

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.

Arcane Teachings's mana cost of {2}{R} 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.

Arcane Teachings 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.

Arcane Teachings's current oracle text is: "Enchant creature (Target a creature as you cast this. This card enters attached to that creature.) Enchanted creature gets +2/+2 and has "{T}: This creature deals 1 damage to any target.""

What is the current price of Arcane Teachings? Pricing

The current market price for Arcane Teachings is approximately $0.32 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $3.85 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.08 EUR.

Where can I buy Arcane Teachings? Pricing

You can purchase Arcane Teachings 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.

Arcane Teachings normal: $0.32 | foil: $3.85

Is Arcane Teachings legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Arcane Teachings in Standard is not available.

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

Is Arcane Teachings legal in Modern? Legality

Arcane Teachings is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Arcane Teachings legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Arcane Teachings is Legal in Commander (EDH) format.

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

Is Arcane Teachings legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Arcane Teachings in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Arcane Teachings legal in Legacy? Legality

Arcane Teachings is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Arcane Teachings legal in Vintage? Legality

Arcane Teachings is Legal in Vintage format.

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 Arcane Teachings legal in Pauper? Legality

Arcane Teachings is Legal in Pauper format.

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 Arcane Teachings from? Details

This printing of Arcane Teachings is from 10E (10E), with collector number 188.

Arcane Teachings may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Arcane Teachings's rarity? Details

Arcane Teachings is a uncommon card in 10E.

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

Who illustrated Arcane Teachings? Details

Arcane Teachings was illustrated by Dan Dos Santos.

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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