Quick Answer

Illuminate History is a rare Sorcery — Lesson from PRM (PRM) costing {2}{R}{R}. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Illuminate History MTG card

Illuminate History

Sorcery — Lesson

Card Text

Discard any number of cards, then draw that many cards. Then if there are seven or more cards in your graveyard, create a 3/2 red and white Spirit creature token.

Card Stats

rare CMC: 4.0 PRM PRM 🎨 Jokubas Uogintas

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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 (5 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Illuminate History? Basics

Illuminate History is a Sorcery — Lesson card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Discard any number of cards, then draw that many cards. Then if there are seven or more cards in your graveyard, create a 3/2 red and white Spirit creature token."

How much mana does Illuminate History cost to cast? Basics

Illuminate History has a mana cost of {2}{R}{R}, which equals 4.0 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.

Illuminate History's mana cost of {2}{R}{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.

Illuminate History 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.

Illuminate History's current oracle text is: "Discard any number of cards, then draw that many cards. Then if there are seven or more cards in your graveyard, create a 3/2 red and white Spirit creature token."

What is the current price of Illuminate History? Pricing

Price data for Illuminate History is currently unavailable. Check TCGPlayer or Card Kingdom for current prices.

Where can I buy Illuminate History? Pricing

You can purchase Illuminate History 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 Illuminate History legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Illuminate History in Standard is not available.

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

Is Illuminate History legal in Modern? Legality

Illuminate History is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Illuminate History legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Illuminate History 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 Illuminate History legal in Pioneer? Legality

Illuminate History is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Illuminate History legal in Legacy? Legality

Illuminate History is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Illuminate History legal in Vintage? Legality

Illuminate History 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 Illuminate History legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Illuminate History 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 Illuminate History from? Details

This printing of Illuminate History is from PRM (PRM), with collector number 90124.

Illuminate History may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Illuminate History's rarity? Details

Illuminate History is a rare card in PRM.

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

Who illustrated Illuminate History? Details

Illuminate History was illustrated by Jokubas Uogintas.

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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