Quick Answer

Ignite the Beacon is a rare Instant from PWAR (PWAR) costing {4}{W}. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Ignite the Beacon MTG card

Ignite the Beacon

Instant

Card Text

Search your library for up to two planeswalker cards, reveal them, put them into your hand, then shuffle.

"If you can't save yourself, you fight to give someone else a chance." —Ajani Goldmane

Card Stats

rare CMC: 5.0 PWAR PWAR 🎨 Slawomir Maniak

Market Prices

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$0.90
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$0.49
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â‚Ŧ0.69
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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
Penny Legal
Pioneer Legal
Timeless Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (2 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ignite the Beacon? Basics

Ignite the Beacon is a Instant card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Search your library for up to two planeswalker cards, reveal them, put them into your hand, then shuffle."

How much mana does Ignite the Beacon cost to cast? Basics

Ignite the Beacon has a mana cost of {4}{W}, which equals 5.0 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.

Ignite the Beacon's mana cost of {4}{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.

Ignite the Beacon has a mana value of 5.0. 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.

Ignite the Beacon's current oracle text is: "Search your library for up to two planeswalker cards, reveal them, put them into your hand, then shuffle."

What is the current price of Ignite the Beacon? Pricing

Price data for Ignite the Beacon is currently unavailable. Check TCGPlayer or Card Kingdom for current prices.

Where can I buy Ignite the Beacon? Pricing

You can purchase Ignite the Beacon 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 Ignite the Beacon legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Ignite the Beacon in Standard is not available.

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

Is Ignite the Beacon legal in Modern? Legality

Ignite the Beacon is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Ignite the Beacon legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Ignite the Beacon 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 Ignite the Beacon legal in Pioneer? Legality

Ignite the Beacon is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Ignite the Beacon legal in Legacy? Legality

Ignite the Beacon is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Ignite the Beacon legal in Vintage? Legality

Ignite the Beacon 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 Ignite the Beacon legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Ignite the Beacon 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 Ignite the Beacon from? Details

This printing of Ignite the Beacon is from PWAR (PWAR), with collector number 18s.

Ignite the Beacon may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Ignite the Beacon's rarity? Details

Ignite the Beacon is a rare card in PWAR.

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

Who illustrated Ignite the Beacon? Details

Ignite the Beacon was illustrated by Slawomir Maniak.

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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