Quick Answer

Besmirch is a uncommon Sorcery from CN2 (CN2) costing {1}{R}{R}. Current price: $0.44 USD. Legal in Commander.

Besmirch MTG card

Besmirch

Sorcery

Card Text

Until end of turn, gain control of target creature and it gains haste. Untap and goad that creature. (Until your next turn, that creature attacks each combat if able and attacks a player other than you if able.)

The whitest robes stain best.

Card Stats

uncommon CMC: 3.0 CN2 CN2 🎨 Mathias Kollros
Goad

Market Prices

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$0.44
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TCGPlayer
$7.53
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$0.79
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$8.99
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€0.59
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€5.71
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

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 Besmirch? Basics

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

Its ability reads: "Until end of turn, gain control of target creature and it gains haste. Untap and goad that creature. (Until your next turn, that creature attacks each combat if able and attacks a player other than you if able.)"

How much mana does Besmirch cost to cast? Basics

Besmirch has a mana cost of {1}{R}{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.

Besmirch's mana cost of {1}{R}{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.

Besmirch 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.

Besmirch's current oracle text is: "Until end of turn, gain control of target creature and it gains haste. Untap and goad that creature. (Until your next turn, that creature attacks each combat if able and attacks a player other than you if able.)"

What is the current price of Besmirch? Pricing

The current market price for Besmirch is approximately $0.44 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $7.53 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.59 EUR.

Where can I buy Besmirch? Pricing

You can purchase Besmirch 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.

Besmirch normal: $0.44 | foil: $7.53

Is Besmirch legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Besmirch in Standard is not available.

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

Is Besmirch legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Besmirch in Modern is not available.

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

Is Besmirch legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Besmirch 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 Besmirch legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Besmirch in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Besmirch legal in Legacy? Legality

Besmirch is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Besmirch legal in Vintage? Legality

Besmirch 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 Besmirch legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Besmirch 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 Besmirch from? Details

This printing of Besmirch is from CN2 (CN2), with collector number 49.

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

What is Besmirch's rarity? Details

Besmirch is a uncommon card in CN2.

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

Who illustrated Besmirch? Details

Besmirch was illustrated by Mathias Kollros.

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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