Quick Answer

Eyes of the Watcher is a uncommon Enchantment from 5DN (5DN) costing {2}{U}. Current price: $0.16 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Eyes of the Watcher MTG card

Eyes of the Watcher

Enchantment

Card Text

Whenever you cast an instant or sorcery spell, you may pay {1}. If you do, scry 2. (Look at the top two cards of your library, then put any number of them on the bottom and the rest on top in any order.)

Card Stats

uncommon CMC: 3.0 5DN 5DN 🎨 Ron Spears
Scry

Market Prices

TCGPlayer
$0.16
Normal
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TCGPlayer
$1.93
Foil
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Card Kingdom
$0.35
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Card Kingdom
$0.99
Foil
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Cardmarket
€0.17
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Cardmarket
€0.67
Foil
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Predh Legal
Vintage Legal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Eyes of the Watcher? Basics

Eyes of the Watcher is a Enchantment card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Whenever you cast an instant or sorcery spell, you may pay {1}. If you do, scry 2. (Look at the top two cards of your library, then put any number of them on the bottom and the rest on top in any order.)"

How much mana does Eyes of the Watcher cost to cast? Basics

Eyes of the Watcher 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.

Eyes of the Watcher'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.

Eyes of the Watcher 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.

Eyes of the Watcher's current oracle text is: "Whenever you cast an instant or sorcery spell, you may pay {1}. If you do, scry 2. (Look at the top two cards of your library, then put any number of them on the bottom and the rest on top in any order.)"

What is the current price of Eyes of the Watcher? Pricing

The current market price for Eyes of the Watcher is approximately $0.16 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $1.93 USD.

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

Where can I buy Eyes of the Watcher? Pricing

You can purchase Eyes of the Watcher 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.

Eyes of the Watcher normal: $0.16 | foil: $1.93

Is Eyes of the Watcher legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Eyes of the Watcher in Standard is not available.

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

Is Eyes of the Watcher legal in Modern? Legality

Eyes of the Watcher is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Eyes of the Watcher legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Eyes of the Watcher 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 Eyes of the Watcher legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Eyes of the Watcher in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Eyes of the Watcher legal in Legacy? Legality

Eyes of the Watcher is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Eyes of the Watcher legal in Vintage? Legality

Eyes of the Watcher 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 Eyes of the Watcher legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Eyes of the Watcher 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 Eyes of the Watcher from? Details

This printing of Eyes of the Watcher is from 5DN (5DN), with collector number 30.

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

What is Eyes of the Watcher's rarity? Details

Eyes of the Watcher is a uncommon card in 5DN.

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

Who illustrated Eyes of the Watcher? Details

Eyes of the Watcher was illustrated by Ron Spears.

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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