Quick Answer

Cleanse is a rare Sorcery from LEG (LEG) costing {2}{W}{W}.

Cleanse MTG card

Cleanse

Sorcery

Card Text

Destroy all black creatures.

The clouds broke and the sun's rays burst forth; each foul beast in its turn faltered, and was gone.

Card Stats

rare CMC: 4.0 LEG LEG 🎨 Phil Foglio

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Format Legality

Commander Banned
Duel Banned
Legacy Banned
Oathbreaker Banned
Oldschool Legal
Predh Banned
Vintage Banned

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Cleanse? Basics

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

Its ability reads: "Destroy all black creatures."

How much mana does Cleanse cost to cast? Basics

Cleanse has a mana cost of {2}{W}{W}, which equals 4.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires W 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.

Cleanse's mana cost of {2}{W}{W} 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.

Cleanse has a mana value of 4.0. 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.

Cleanse's current oracle text is: "Destroy all black creatures."

What is the current price of Cleanse? Pricing

Price data for Cleanse is currently unavailable. Check TCGPlayer or Card Kingdom for current prices.

Where can I buy Cleanse? Pricing

You can purchase Cleanse 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 Cleanse legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Cleanse in Standard is not available.

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

Is Cleanse legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Cleanse in Modern is not available.

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

Is Cleanse legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Cleanse is Banned in Commander (EDH) format.

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

Is Cleanse legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Cleanse in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Cleanse legal in Legacy? Legality

Cleanse is Banned in Legacy format.

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

Is Cleanse legal in Vintage? Legality

Cleanse is Banned 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 Cleanse legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Cleanse 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 Cleanse from? Details

This printing of Cleanse is from LEG (LEG), with collector number 5.

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

What is Cleanse's rarity? Details

Cleanse is a rare card in LEG.

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

Who illustrated Cleanse? Details

Cleanse was illustrated by Phil Foglio.

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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