Quick Answer

Cunning Wish is a rare Instant from G07 (G07) costing {2}{U}. Legal in Commander.

Cunning Wish MTG card

Cunning Wish

Instant

Card Text

You may reveal an instant card you own from outside the game and put it into your hand. Exile Cunning Wish.

The foolish wish for that which they desire. The cunning wish for that which they require.

Card Stats

rare CMC: 3.0 G07 G07 🎨 Zoltan Boros & Gabor Szikszai

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$39.31
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$37.99
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Predh Legal
Premodern Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (6 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Cunning Wish? Basics

Cunning Wish is a Instant card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "You may reveal an instant card you own from outside the game and put it into your hand. Exile Cunning Wish."

How much mana does Cunning Wish cost to cast? Basics

Cunning Wish 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.

Cunning Wish'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.

Cunning Wish 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.

Cunning Wish's current oracle text is: "You may reveal an instant card you own from outside the game and put it into your hand. Exile Cunning Wish."

What is the current price of Cunning Wish? Pricing

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

Where can I buy Cunning Wish? Pricing

You can purchase Cunning Wish 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 Cunning Wish legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Cunning Wish in Standard is not available.

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

Is Cunning Wish legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Cunning Wish in Modern is not available.

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

Is Cunning Wish legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Cunning Wish 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 Cunning Wish legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Cunning Wish in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Cunning Wish legal in Legacy? Legality

Cunning Wish is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Cunning Wish legal in Vintage? Legality

Cunning Wish 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 Cunning Wish legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Cunning Wish 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 Cunning Wish from? Details

This printing of Cunning Wish is from G07 (G07), with collector number 2.

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

What is Cunning Wish's rarity? Details

Cunning Wish is a rare card in G07.

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

Who illustrated Cunning Wish? Details

Cunning Wish was illustrated by Zoltan Boros & Gabor Szikszai.

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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