Quick Answer

Case of the Market Melee is a uncommon Enchantment — Case from YMKM (YMKM) costing {1}{R}.

Case of the Market Melee MTG card

Case of the Market Melee

Enchantment — Case

Card Text

When this Case enters, it deals 1 damage to any target. Damage isn't removed from creatures during cleanup steps. To solve — Three or more creatures are damaged. Solved — Whenever you attack with one or more creatures, this Case deals that much damage divided as you choose among any number of targets.

Card Stats

uncommon CMC: 2.0 YMKM YMKM 🎨 Carlos Palma Cruchaga

Format Legality

Brawl Legal
Gladiator Legal
Historic Legal
Timeless Legal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Case of the Market Melee? Basics

Case of the Market Melee is a Enchantment — Case card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "When this Case enters, it deals 1 damage to any target. Damage isn't removed from creatures during cleanup steps. To solve — Three or more creatures are damaged. Solved — Whenever you attack with one or more creatures, this Case deals that much damage divided as you choose among any number of targets."

How much mana does Case of the Market Melee cost to cast? Basics

Case of the Market Melee has a mana cost of {1}{R}, which equals 2.0 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.

Case of the Market Melee's mana cost of {1}{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.

Case of the Market Melee has a mana value of 2.0. 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.

Case of the Market Melee's current oracle text is: "When this Case enters, it deals 1 damage to any target. Damage isn't removed from creatures during cleanup steps. To solve — Three or more creatures are damaged. Solved — Whenever you attack with one or more creatures, this Case deals that much damage divided as you choose among any number of targets."

What is the current price of Case of the Market Melee? Pricing

Price data for Case of the Market Melee is currently unavailable. Check TCGPlayer or Card Kingdom for current prices.

Where can I buy Case of the Market Melee? Pricing

You can purchase Case of the Market Melee 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 Case of the Market Melee legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Case of the Market Melee in Standard is not available.

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

Is Case of the Market Melee legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Case of the Market Melee in Modern is not available.

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

Is Case of the Market Melee legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Format legality information for Case of the Market Melee in Commander is not available.

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

Is Case of the Market Melee legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Case of the Market Melee in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Case of the Market Melee legal in Legacy? Legality

Format legality information for Case of the Market Melee in Legacy is not available.

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

Is Case of the Market Melee legal in Vintage? Legality

Format legality information for Case of the Market Melee 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 Case of the Market Melee legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Case of the Market Melee 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 Case of the Market Melee from? Details

This printing of Case of the Market Melee is from YMKM (YMKM), with collector number 13.

Case of the Market Melee may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Case of the Market Melee's rarity? Details

Case of the Market Melee is a uncommon card in YMKM.

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

Who illustrated Case of the Market Melee? Details

Case of the Market Melee was illustrated by Carlos Palma Cruchaga.

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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