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Barrin, Tolarian Archmage is a rare Legendary Creature — Human Wizard from J22 (J22) costing {1}{U}{U}. Current price: $0.19 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Barrin, Tolarian Archmage MTG card

Barrin, Tolarian Archmage

Legendary Creature — Human Wizard

Card Text

When Barrin enters, return up to one other target creature or planeswalker to its owner's hand. At the beginning of your end step, if a permanent was put into your hand from the battlefield this turn, draw a card.

"There is no age at which you stop learning."

Card Stats

2/2 rare CMC: 3.0 J22 J22 🎨 Ryan Pancoast

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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Brawl Legal
Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Gladiator Legal
Historic Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Penny Legal
Pioneer Legal
Timeless Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (6 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Barrin, Tolarian Archmage? Basics

Barrin, Tolarian Archmage is a Legendary Creature — Human Wizard card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "When Barrin enters, return up to one other target creature or planeswalker to its owner's hand. At the beginning of your end step, if a permanent was put into your hand from the battlefield this turn, draw a card."

How much mana does Barrin, Tolarian Archmage cost to cast? Basics

Barrin, Tolarian Archmage has a mana cost of {1}{U}{U}, which equals 3.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires U 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.

Barrin, Tolarian Archmage's mana cost of {1}{U}{U} 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.

Barrin, Tolarian Archmage 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.

Barrin, Tolarian Archmage's current oracle text is: "When Barrin enters, return up to one other target creature or planeswalker to its owner's hand. At the beginning of your end step, if a permanent was put into your hand from the battlefield this turn, draw a card."

What is the current price of Barrin, Tolarian Archmage? Pricing

The current market price for Barrin, Tolarian Archmage is approximately $0.19 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.22 EUR.

Where can I buy Barrin, Tolarian Archmage? Pricing

You can purchase Barrin, Tolarian Archmage 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 Barrin, Tolarian Archmage legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Barrin, Tolarian Archmage in Standard is not available.

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

Is Barrin, Tolarian Archmage legal in Modern? Legality

Barrin, Tolarian Archmage is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Barrin, Tolarian Archmage legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Barrin, Tolarian Archmage 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 Barrin, Tolarian Archmage legal in Pioneer? Legality

Barrin, Tolarian Archmage is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Barrin, Tolarian Archmage legal in Legacy? Legality

Barrin, Tolarian Archmage is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Barrin, Tolarian Archmage legal in Vintage? Legality

Barrin, Tolarian Archmage 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 Barrin, Tolarian Archmage legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Barrin, Tolarian Archmage 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 Barrin, Tolarian Archmage from? Details

This printing of Barrin, Tolarian Archmage is from J22 (J22), with collector number 276.

Barrin, Tolarian Archmage may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Barrin, Tolarian Archmage's rarity? Details

Barrin, Tolarian Archmage is a rare card in J22.

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

Who illustrated Barrin, Tolarian Archmage? Details

Barrin, Tolarian Archmage was illustrated by Ryan Pancoast.

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

What is Barrin, Tolarian Archmage's power and toughness? Details

Barrin, Tolarian Archmage is a 2/2 creature.

Power (2) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (2) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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