Quick Answer

Empty the Laboratory is a rare Sorcery from MIC (MIC) costing {X}{U}{U}. Current price: $0.74 USD. Legal in Commander.

Empty the Laboratory MTG card

Empty the Laboratory

Sorcery

Card Text

Sacrifice X Zombies, then reveal cards from the top of your library until you reveal a number of Zombie creature cards equal to the number of Zombies sacrificed this way. Put those cards onto the battlefield and the rest on the bottom of your library in a random order.

Card Stats

rare CMC: 2.0 MIC MIC 🎨 Tuan Duong Chu

Market Prices

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$0.74
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$2.29
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€0.75
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€0.30
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (3 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Empty the Laboratory? Basics

Empty the Laboratory is a Sorcery card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Sacrifice X Zombies, then reveal cards from the top of your library until you reveal a number of Zombie creature cards equal to the number of Zombies sacrificed this way. Put those cards onto the battlefield and the rest on the bottom of your library in a random order."

How much mana does Empty the Laboratory cost to cast? Basics

Empty the Laboratory has a mana cost of {X}{U}{U}, which equals 2.0 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.

Empty the Laboratory's mana cost of {X}{U}{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.

Empty the Laboratory 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.

Empty the Laboratory's current oracle text is: "Sacrifice X Zombies, then reveal cards from the top of your library until you reveal a number of Zombie creature cards equal to the number of Zombies sacrificed this way. Put those cards onto the battlefield and the rest on the bottom of your library in a random order."

What is the current price of Empty the Laboratory? Pricing

The current market price for Empty the Laboratory is approximately $0.74 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.75 EUR.

Where can I buy Empty the Laboratory? Pricing

You can purchase Empty the Laboratory 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 Empty the Laboratory legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Empty the Laboratory in Standard is not available.

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

Is Empty the Laboratory legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Empty the Laboratory in Modern is not available.

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

Is Empty the Laboratory legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Empty the Laboratory 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 Empty the Laboratory legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Empty the Laboratory in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Empty the Laboratory legal in Legacy? Legality

Empty the Laboratory is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Empty the Laboratory legal in Vintage? Legality

Empty the Laboratory 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 Empty the Laboratory legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Empty the Laboratory 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 Empty the Laboratory from? Details

This printing of Empty the Laboratory is from MIC (MIC), with collector number 14.

Empty the Laboratory may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Empty the Laboratory's rarity? Details

Empty the Laboratory is a rare card in MIC.

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

Who illustrated Empty the Laboratory? Details

Empty the Laboratory was illustrated by Tuan Duong Chu.

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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