Quick Answer

False Defeat is a uncommon Sorcery from ME3 (ME3) costing {3}{W}. Legal in Commander.

False Defeat MTG card

False Defeat

Sorcery

Card Text

Return target creature card from your graveyard to the battlefield.

"All warfare is based on deception." —Sun Tzu, Art of War (trans. Giles)

Card Stats

uncommon CMC: 4.0 ME3 ME3 🎨 Li Wang

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Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Pauper Legal
Paupercommander Legal
Predh Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (2 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is False Defeat? Basics

False Defeat is a Sorcery card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Return target creature card from your graveyard to the battlefield."

How much mana does False Defeat cost to cast? Basics

False Defeat has a mana cost of {3}{W}, which equals 4.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires W 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.

False Defeat's mana cost of {3}{W} 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.

False Defeat has a mana value of 4.0. 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.

False Defeat's current oracle text is: "Return target creature card from your graveyard to the battlefield."

What is the current price of False Defeat? Pricing

Price data for False Defeat is currently unavailable. Check TCGPlayer or Card Kingdom for current prices.

Where can I buy False Defeat? Pricing

You can purchase False Defeat 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 False Defeat legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for False Defeat in Standard is not available.

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

Is False Defeat legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for False Defeat in Modern is not available.

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

Is False Defeat legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

False Defeat 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 False Defeat legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for False Defeat in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is False Defeat legal in Legacy? Legality

False Defeat is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is False Defeat legal in Vintage? Legality

False Defeat 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 False Defeat legal in Pauper? Legality

False Defeat 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 False Defeat from? Details

This printing of False Defeat is from ME3 (ME3), with collector number 11.

False Defeat may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is False Defeat's rarity? Details

False Defeat is a uncommon card in ME3.

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

Who illustrated False Defeat? Details

False Defeat was illustrated by Li Wang.

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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