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Deceptive Divination is a common Plane — Secret Lair from PSSC (PSSC).

Deceptive Divination MTG card

Deceptive Divination

Plane — Secret Lair

Card Text

Change the text of each sorcery spell and sorcery card not on the stack by replacing "sorcery" with "instant." Whenever chaos ensues, choose two target players. Each of them searches their library for a card, then shuffles and puts that card on top.

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common PSSC PSSC 🎨 Alexander Khabbazi

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Deceptive Divination? Basics

Deceptive Divination is a Plane — Secret Lair card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Change the text of each sorcery spell and sorcery card not on the stack by replacing "sorcery" with "instant." Whenever chaos ensues, choose two target players. Each of them searches their library for a card, then shuffles and puts that card on top."

How much mana does Deceptive Divination cost to cast? Basics

Deceptive Divination has a mana cost of 0, which equals 0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It is a colorless card and can be cast with any color of mana.

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.

Deceptive Divination's mana cost of 0 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.

Deceptive Divination has a mana value of 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.

Deceptive Divination's current oracle text is: "Change the text of each sorcery spell and sorcery card not on the stack by replacing "sorcery" with "instant." Whenever chaos ensues, choose two target players. Each of them searches their library for a card, then shuffles and puts that card on top."

What is the current price of Deceptive Divination? Pricing

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

Where can I buy Deceptive Divination? Pricing

You can purchase Deceptive Divination 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 Deceptive Divination legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Deceptive Divination in Standard is not available.

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

Is Deceptive Divination legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Deceptive Divination in Modern is not available.

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

Is Deceptive Divination legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Format legality information for Deceptive Divination in Commander is not available.

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

Is Deceptive Divination legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Deceptive Divination in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Deceptive Divination legal in Legacy? Legality

Format legality information for Deceptive Divination in Legacy is not available.

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

Is Deceptive Divination legal in Vintage? Legality

Format legality information for Deceptive Divination 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 Deceptive Divination legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Deceptive Divination 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 Deceptive Divination from? Details

This printing of Deceptive Divination is from PSSC (PSSC), with collector number 1.

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

What is Deceptive Divination's rarity? Details

Deceptive Divination is a common card in PSSC.

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

Who illustrated Deceptive Divination? Details

Deceptive Divination was illustrated by Alexander Khabbazi.

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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