Quick Answer

First Day of Class is a common Instant from PLST (PLST) costing {1}{R}. Current price: $0.14 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

First Day of Class MTG card

First Day of Class

Instant

Card Text

Whenever a creature you control enters this turn, put a +1/+1 counter on it and it gains haste until end of turn. Learn. (You may reveal a Lesson card you own from outside the game and put it into your hand, or discard a card to draw a card.)

Card Stats

common CMC: 2.0 PLST PLST 🎨 Paul Scott Canavan
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Brawl Legal
Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Gladiator Legal
Historic Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Pauper Legal
Paupercommander Legal
Pioneer Legal
Timeless Legal
Vintage Legal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is First Day of Class? Basics

First Day of Class is a Instant card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Whenever a creature you control enters this turn, put a +1/+1 counter on it and it gains haste until end of turn. Learn. (You may reveal a Lesson card you own from outside the game and put it into your hand, or discard a card to draw a card.)"

How much mana does First Day of Class cost to cast? Basics

First Day of Class has a mana cost of {1}{R}, which equals 2.0 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.

First Day of Class's mana cost of {1}{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.

First Day of Class 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.

First Day of Class's current oracle text is: "Whenever a creature you control enters this turn, put a +1/+1 counter on it and it gains haste until end of turn. Learn. (You may reveal a Lesson card you own from outside the game and put it into your hand, or discard a card to draw a card.)"

What is the current price of First Day of Class? Pricing

The current market price for First Day of Class is approximately $0.14 USD on TCGPlayer.

Where can I buy First Day of Class? Pricing

You can purchase First Day of Class 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 First Day of Class legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for First Day of Class in Standard is not available.

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

Is First Day of Class legal in Modern? Legality

First Day of Class is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is First Day of Class legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

First Day of Class 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 First Day of Class legal in Pioneer? Legality

First Day of Class is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is First Day of Class legal in Legacy? Legality

First Day of Class is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is First Day of Class legal in Vintage? Legality

First Day of Class 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 First Day of Class legal in Pauper? Legality

First Day of Class 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 First Day of Class from? Details

This printing of First Day of Class is from PLST (PLST), with collector number STX-102.

First Day of Class may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is First Day of Class's rarity? Details

First Day of Class is a common card in PLST.

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

Who illustrated First Day of Class? Details

First Day of Class was illustrated by Paul Scott Canavan.

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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