Quick Answer

Bounty of the Deep is a common Sorcery from J21 (J21) costing {2}{U}.

Bounty of the Deep MTG card

Bounty of the Deep

Sorcery

Card Text

If you have no land cards in your hand, seek a land card and a nonland card. Otherwise, seek two nonland cards. (To seek a card, put one at random from your library into your hand.)

Card Stats

common CMC: 3.0 J21 J21 🎨 Olena Richards
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Format Legality

Brawl Legal
Gladiator Legal
Historic Legal
Timeless Legal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bounty of the Deep? Basics

Bounty of the Deep is a Sorcery card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "If you have no land cards in your hand, seek a land card and a nonland card. Otherwise, seek two nonland cards. (To seek a card, put one at random from your library into your hand.)"

How much mana does Bounty of the Deep cost to cast? Basics

Bounty of the Deep has a mana cost of {2}{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.

Bounty of the Deep's mana cost of {2}{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.

Bounty of the Deep 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.

Bounty of the Deep's current oracle text is: "If you have no land cards in your hand, seek a land card and a nonland card. Otherwise, seek two nonland cards. (To seek a card, put one at random from your library into your hand.)"

What is the current price of Bounty of the Deep? Pricing

Price data for Bounty of the Deep is currently unavailable. Check TCGPlayer or Card Kingdom for current prices.

Where can I buy Bounty of the Deep? Pricing

You can purchase Bounty of the Deep 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 Bounty of the Deep legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Bounty of the Deep in Standard is not available.

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

Is Bounty of the Deep legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Bounty of the Deep in Modern is not available.

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

Is Bounty of the Deep legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Format legality information for Bounty of the Deep in Commander is not available.

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

Is Bounty of the Deep legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Bounty of the Deep in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Bounty of the Deep legal in Legacy? Legality

Format legality information for Bounty of the Deep in Legacy is not available.

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

Is Bounty of the Deep legal in Vintage? Legality

Format legality information for Bounty of the Deep in Vintage is not available.

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 Bounty of the Deep legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Bounty of the Deep 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 Bounty of the Deep from? Details

This printing of Bounty of the Deep is from J21 (J21), with collector number 8.

Bounty of the Deep may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Bounty of the Deep's rarity? Details

Bounty of the Deep is a common card in J21.

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

Who illustrated Bounty of the Deep? Details

Bounty of the Deep was illustrated by Olena Richards.

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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