Quick Answer

False Orders is a common Instant from 2ED (2ED) costing {R}. Current price: $1.8 USD. Legal in Commander.

False Orders MTG card

False Orders

Instant

Card Text

Cast this spell only during the declare blockers step. Remove target creature defending player controls from combat. Creatures it was blocking that had become blocked by only that creature this combat become unblocked. You may have it block an attacking creature of your choice.

Card Stats

common CMC: 1.0 2ED 2ED 🎨 Anson Maddocks

Market Prices

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$1.80
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$1.49
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€1.29
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

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

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Other Printings (7 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is False Orders? Basics

False Orders is a Instant card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Cast this spell only during the declare blockers step. Remove target creature defending player controls from combat. Creatures it was blocking that had become blocked by only that creature this combat become unblocked. You may have it block an attacking creature of your choice."

How much mana does False Orders cost to cast? Basics

False Orders has a mana cost of {R}, which equals 1.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires R 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 Orders's mana cost of {R} 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 Orders has a mana value of 1.0. 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 Orders's current oracle text is: "Cast this spell only during the declare blockers step. Remove target creature defending player controls from combat. Creatures it was blocking that had become blocked by only that creature this combat become unblocked. You may have it block an attacking creature of your choice."

What is the current price of False Orders? Pricing

The current market price for False Orders is approximately $1.8 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €1.29 EUR.

Where can I buy False Orders? Pricing

You can purchase False Orders 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 Orders legal in Standard? Legality

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

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

Is False Orders legal in Modern? Legality

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

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

Is False Orders legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

False Orders 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 Orders legal in Pioneer? Legality

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

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

Is False Orders legal in Legacy? Legality

False Orders is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is False Orders legal in Vintage? Legality

False Orders 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 Orders legal in Pauper? Legality

False Orders 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 Orders from? Details

This printing of False Orders is from 2ED (2ED), with collector number 148.

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

What is False Orders's rarity? Details

False Orders is a common card in 2ED.

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

Who illustrated False Orders? Details

False Orders was illustrated by Anson Maddocks.

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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