Quick Answer

Clowning Around is a common Sorcery from UNF (UNF) costing {1}{W}. Legal in Commander.

Clowning Around MTG card

Clowning Around

Sorcery

Card Text

Create two 1/1 white Clown Robot artifact creature tokens, then roll a six-sided die. If the result is equal to or less than the number of Robots you control, create a 1/1 white Clown Robot artifact creature token.

The Astrotorium's Clown-Bots are programmed to delight attendees by any means necessary.

Card Stats

common CMC: 2.0 UNF UNF 🎨 Ralph Horsley

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Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Pauper Legal
Paupercommander Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (2 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Clowning Around? Basics

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

Its ability reads: "Create two 1/1 white Clown Robot artifact creature tokens, then roll a six-sided die. If the result is equal to or less than the number of Robots you control, create a 1/1 white Clown Robot artifact creature token."

How much mana does Clowning Around cost to cast? Basics

Clowning Around has a mana cost of {1}{W}, which equals 2.0 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.

Clowning Around's mana cost of {1}{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.

Clowning Around 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.

Clowning Around's current oracle text is: "Create two 1/1 white Clown Robot artifact creature tokens, then roll a six-sided die. If the result is equal to or less than the number of Robots you control, create a 1/1 white Clown Robot artifact creature token."

What is the current price of Clowning Around? Pricing

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Where can I buy Clowning Around? Pricing

You can purchase Clowning Around 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 Clowning Around legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Clowning Around in Standard is not available.

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

Is Clowning Around legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Clowning Around in Modern is not available.

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

Is Clowning Around legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Clowning Around 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 Clowning Around legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Clowning Around in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Clowning Around legal in Legacy? Legality

Clowning Around is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Clowning Around legal in Vintage? Legality

Clowning Around 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 Clowning Around legal in Pauper? Legality

Clowning Around is Legal in Pauper format.

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 Clowning Around from? Details

This printing of Clowning Around is from UNF (UNF), with collector number 292.

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

What is Clowning Around's rarity? Details

Clowning Around is a common card in UNF.

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

Who illustrated Clowning Around? Details

Clowning Around was illustrated by Ralph Horsley.

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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