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Banon, the Returners' Leader is a rare Legendary Creature — Human Cleric Rebel from FIC (FIC) costing {R}{W}. Current price: $0.35 USD. Legal in Commander.

Banon, the Returners' Leader MTG card

Banon, the Returners' Leader

Legendary Creature — Human Cleric Rebel

Card Text

Pray — Once during each of your turns, you may cast a creature spell from among cards in your graveyard that were put there from anywhere other than the battlefield this turn. Whenever you attack, you may pay {1} and discard a card. If you do, draw a card.

"You are this world's last ray of light... our final hope."

Card Stats

1/3 rare CMC: 2.0 FIC FIC 🎨 Daniel Landerman

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$0.35
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$1.67
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$0.49
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$2.99
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€0.41
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€0.89
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Prices updated: 2025-12-16

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (2 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Banon, the Returners' Leader? Basics

Banon, the Returners' Leader is a Legendary Creature — Human Cleric Rebel card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Pray — Once during each of your turns, you may cast a creature spell from among cards in your graveyard that were put there from anywhere other than the battlefield this turn. Whenever you attack, you may pay {1} and discard a card. If you do, draw a card."

How much mana does Banon, the Returners' Leader cost to cast? Basics

Banon, the Returners' Leader has a mana cost of {R}{W}, which equals 2.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires R, W 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.

Banon, the Returners' Leader's mana cost of {R}{W} 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.

Banon, the Returners' Leader has a mana value of 2.0. 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.

Banon, the Returners' Leader's current oracle text is: "Pray — Once during each of your turns, you may cast a creature spell from among cards in your graveyard that were put there from anywhere other than the battlefield this turn. Whenever you attack, you may pay {1} and discard a card. If you do, draw a card."

What is the current price of Banon, the Returners' Leader? Pricing

The current market price for Banon, the Returners' Leader is approximately $0.35 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $1.67 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.41 EUR.

Where can I buy Banon, the Returners' Leader? Pricing

You can purchase Banon, the Returners' Leader 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.

Banon, the Returners' Leader normal: $0.35 | foil: $1.67

Is Banon, the Returners' Leader legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Banon, the Returners' Leader in Standard is not available.

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

Is Banon, the Returners' Leader legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Banon, the Returners' Leader in Modern is not available.

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

Is Banon, the Returners' Leader legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Banon, the Returners' Leader 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 Banon, the Returners' Leader legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Banon, the Returners' Leader in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Banon, the Returners' Leader legal in Legacy? Legality

Banon, the Returners' Leader is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Banon, the Returners' Leader legal in Vintage? Legality

Banon, the Returners' Leader 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 Banon, the Returners' Leader legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Banon, the Returners' Leader 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 Banon, the Returners' Leader from? Details

This printing of Banon, the Returners' Leader is from FIC (FIC), with collector number 165.

Banon, the Returners' Leader may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Banon, the Returners' Leader's rarity? Details

Banon, the Returners' Leader is a rare card in FIC.

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

Who illustrated Banon, the Returners' Leader? Details

Banon, the Returners' Leader was illustrated by Daniel Landerman.

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

What is Banon, the Returners' Leader's power and toughness? Details

Banon, the Returners' Leader is a 1/3 creature.

Power (1) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (3) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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