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Bureaucracy is a rare Enchantment from UGL (UGL) costing {3}{U}{U}. Current price: $0.79 USD.

Bureaucracy MTG card

Bureaucracy

Enchantment

Card Text

Pursuant to subsection 3.1(4) of Richard's Rules of Order, at the beginning of the upkeep of each participant in this game of the Magic: The Gathering® trading card game (hereafter known as "PLAYER"), that PLAYER performs all actions in the sequence of previously added actions (hereafter known as "ACTION QUEUE"), in the order those actions were added, then adds another action to the end of the ACTION QUEUE. All actions must be simple physical or verbal actions that a player can perform while sitting in a chair, without jeopardizing the health and security of said PLAYER. When any PLAYER does not perform all the prescribed actions in the correct order, sacrifice this enchantment and said PLAYER discards their complement of cards in hand (hereafter known as "HAND").

Card Stats

rare CMC: 5.0 UGL UGL 🎨 Mark Zug

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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bureaucracy? Basics

Bureaucracy is a Enchantment card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Pursuant to subsection 3.1(4) of Richard's Rules of Order, at the beginning of the upkeep of each participant in this game of the Magic: The Gathering® trading card game (hereafter known as "PLAYER"), that PLAYER performs all actions in the sequence of previously added actions (hereafter known as "ACTION QUEUE"), in the order those actions were added, then adds another action to the end of the ACTION QUEUE. All actions must be simple physical or verbal actions that a player can perform while sitting in a chair, without jeopardizing the health and security of said PLAYER. When any PLAYER does not perform all the prescribed actions in the correct order, sacrifice this enchantment and said PLAYER discards their complement of cards in hand (hereafter known as "HAND")."

How much mana does Bureaucracy cost to cast? Basics

Bureaucracy has a mana cost of {3}{U}{U}, which equals 5.0 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.

Bureaucracy's mana cost of {3}{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.

Bureaucracy has a mana value of 5.0. 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.

Bureaucracy's current oracle text is: "Pursuant to subsection 3.1(4) of Richard's Rules of Order, at the beginning of the upkeep of each participant in this game of the Magic: The Gathering® trading card game (hereafter known as "PLAYER"), that PLAYER performs all actions in the sequence of previously added actions (hereafter known as "ACTION QUEUE"), in the order those actions were added, then adds another action to the end of the ACTION QUEUE. All actions must be simple physical or verbal actions that a player can perform while sitting in a chair, without jeopardizing the health and security of said PLAYER. When any PLAYER does not perform all the prescribed actions in the correct order, sacrifice this enchantment and said PLAYER discards their complement of cards in hand (hereafter known as "HAND")."

What is the current price of Bureaucracy? Pricing

The current market price for Bureaucracy is approximately $0.79 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €1.35 EUR.

Where can I buy Bureaucracy? Pricing

You can purchase Bureaucracy 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 Bureaucracy legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Bureaucracy in Standard is not available.

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

Is Bureaucracy legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Bureaucracy in Modern is not available.

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

Is Bureaucracy legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Format legality information for Bureaucracy in Commander is not available.

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

Is Bureaucracy legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Bureaucracy in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Bureaucracy legal in Legacy? Legality

Format legality information for Bureaucracy in Legacy is not available.

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

Is Bureaucracy legal in Vintage? Legality

Format legality information for Bureaucracy 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 Bureaucracy legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Bureaucracy 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 Bureaucracy from? Details

This printing of Bureaucracy is from UGL (UGL), with collector number 14.

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

What is Bureaucracy's rarity? Details

Bureaucracy is a rare card in UGL.

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

Who illustrated Bureaucracy? Details

Bureaucracy was illustrated by Mark Zug.

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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