Quick Answer

Beneath the Sands is a common Sorcery from AKR (AKR) costing {2}{G}. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Beneath the Sands MTG card

Beneath the Sands

Sorcery

Card Text

Search your library for a basic land card, put it onto the battlefield tapped, then shuffle. Cycling {2} ({2}, Discard this card: Draw a card.)

Card Stats

common CMC: 3.0 AKR AKR 🎨 Magali Villeneuve
Cycling

Format Legality

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

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Other Printings (3 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Beneath the Sands? Basics

Beneath the Sands is a Sorcery card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Search your library for a basic land card, put it onto the battlefield tapped, then shuffle. Cycling {2} ({2}, Discard this card: Draw a card.)"

How much mana does Beneath the Sands cost to cast? Basics

Beneath the Sands has a mana cost of {2}{G}, which equals 3.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires G 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.

Beneath the Sands's mana cost of {2}{G} 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.

Beneath the Sands 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.

Beneath the Sands's current oracle text is: "Search your library for a basic land card, put it onto the battlefield tapped, then shuffle. Cycling {2} ({2}, Discard this card: Draw a card.)"

What is the current price of Beneath the Sands? Pricing

Price data for Beneath the Sands is currently unavailable. Check TCGPlayer or Card Kingdom for current prices.

Where can I buy Beneath the Sands? Pricing

You can purchase Beneath the Sands 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 Beneath the Sands legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Beneath the Sands in Standard is not available.

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

Is Beneath the Sands legal in Modern? Legality

Beneath the Sands is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Beneath the Sands legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Beneath the Sands 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 Beneath the Sands legal in Pioneer? Legality

Beneath the Sands is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Beneath the Sands legal in Legacy? Legality

Beneath the Sands is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Beneath the Sands legal in Vintage? Legality

Beneath the Sands 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 Beneath the Sands legal in Pauper? Legality

Beneath the Sands 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 Beneath the Sands from? Details

This printing of Beneath the Sands is from AKR (AKR), with collector number 182.

Beneath the Sands may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Beneath the Sands's rarity? Details

Beneath the Sands is a common card in AKR.

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

Who illustrated Beneath the Sands? Details

Beneath the Sands was illustrated by Magali Villeneuve.

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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