Quick Answer

Desert of the True is a common Land — Desert from AKR (AKR). Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Desert of the True MTG card

Desert of the True

Land — Desert

Card Text

This land enters tapped. {T}: Add {W}. Cycling {1}{W} ({1}{W}, Discard this card: Draw a card.)

Card Stats

common AKR AKR 🎨 Jung Park
Cycling

Format Legality

Brawl Legal
Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Gladiator Legal
Historic Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Pauper Legal
Paupercommander Legal
Penny Legal
Pioneer Legal
Timeless Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (5 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Desert of the True? Basics

Desert of the True is a Land — Desert card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "This land enters tapped. {T}: Add {W}. Cycling {1}{W} ({1}{W}, Discard this card: Draw a card.)"

How much mana does Desert of the True cost to cast? Basics

Desert of the True 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.

Desert of the True'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.

Desert of the True 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.

Desert of the True's current oracle text is: "This land enters tapped. {T}: Add {W}. Cycling {1}{W} ({1}{W}, Discard this card: Draw a card.)"

What is the current price of Desert of the True? Pricing

Price data for Desert of the True is currently unavailable. Check TCGPlayer or Card Kingdom for current prices.

Where can I buy Desert of the True? Pricing

You can purchase Desert of the True 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 Desert of the True legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Desert of the True in Standard is not available.

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

Is Desert of the True legal in Modern? Legality

Desert of the True is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Desert of the True legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Desert of the True 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 Desert of the True legal in Pioneer? Legality

Desert of the True is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Desert of the True legal in Legacy? Legality

Desert of the True is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Desert of the True legal in Vintage? Legality

Desert of the True 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 Desert of the True legal in Pauper? Legality

Desert of the True 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 Desert of the True from? Details

This printing of Desert of the True is from AKR (AKR), with collector number 291.

Desert of the True may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Desert of the True's rarity? Details

Desert of the True is a common card in AKR.

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

Who illustrated Desert of the True? Details

Desert of the True was illustrated by Jung Park.

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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