Quick Answer

Double Cross is a common Sorcery from UGL (UGL) costing {3}{B}{B}. Current price: $0.19 USD.

Double Cross MTG card

Double Cross

Sorcery

Card Text

Choose another player. Look at that player's hand and choose a card other than a basic land card from it. They discard that card. At the beginning of the first upkeep in your next game with that player, look at that player's hand and choose a card other than a basic land card from it. They discard that card.

"You're in for a nasty butt-kickin'."

Card Stats

common CMC: 5.0 UGL UGL 🎨 Jeff Laubenstein

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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Double Cross? Basics

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

Its ability reads: "Choose another player. Look at that player's hand and choose a card other than a basic land card from it. They discard that card. At the beginning of the first upkeep in your next game with that player, look at that player's hand and choose a card other than a basic land card from it. They discard that card."

How much mana does Double Cross cost to cast? Basics

Double Cross has a mana cost of {3}{B}{B}, which equals 5.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires B 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.

Double Cross's mana cost of {3}{B}{B} 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.

Double Cross has a mana value of 5.0. 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.

Double Cross's current oracle text is: "Choose another player. Look at that player's hand and choose a card other than a basic land card from it. They discard that card. At the beginning of the first upkeep in your next game with that player, look at that player's hand and choose a card other than a basic land card from it. They discard that card."

What is the current price of Double Cross? Pricing

The current market price for Double Cross is approximately $0.19 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.17 EUR.

Where can I buy Double Cross? Pricing

You can purchase Double Cross 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 Double Cross legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Double Cross in Standard is not available.

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

Is Double Cross legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Double Cross in Modern is not available.

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

Is Double Cross legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Format legality information for Double Cross in Commander is not available.

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

Is Double Cross legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Double Cross in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Double Cross legal in Legacy? Legality

Format legality information for Double Cross in Legacy is not available.

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

Is Double Cross legal in Vintage? Legality

Format legality information for Double Cross 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 Double Cross legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Double Cross 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 Double Cross from? Details

This printing of Double Cross is from UGL (UGL), with collector number 31.

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

What is Double Cross's rarity? Details

Double Cross is a common card in UGL.

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

Who illustrated Double Cross? Details

Double Cross was illustrated by Jeff Laubenstein.

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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