Quick Answer

Just the Wind is a common Instant from J21 (J21) costing {1}{U}. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Just the Wind MTG card

Just the Wind

Instant

Card Text

Return target creature to its owner's hand. Madness {U} (If you discard this card, discard it into exile. When you do, cast it for its madness cost or put it into your graveyard.)

Card Stats

common CMC: 2.0 J21 J21 🎨 Christopher Moeller
Madness

Format Legality

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

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Other Printings (3 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Just the Wind? Basics

Just the Wind is a Instant card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Return target creature to its owner's hand. Madness {U} (If you discard this card, discard it into exile. When you do, cast it for its madness cost or put it into your graveyard.)"

How much mana does Just the Wind cost to cast? Basics

Just the Wind has a mana cost of {1}{U}, which equals 2.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires U 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.

Just the Wind's mana cost of {1}{U} 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.

Just the Wind 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.

Just the Wind's current oracle text is: "Return target creature to its owner's hand. Madness {U} (If you discard this card, discard it into exile. When you do, cast it for its madness cost or put it into your graveyard.)"

What is the current price of Just the Wind? Pricing

Price data for Just the Wind is currently unavailable. Check TCGPlayer or Card Kingdom for current prices.

Where can I buy Just the Wind? Pricing

You can purchase Just the Wind 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 Just the Wind legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Just the Wind in Standard is not available.

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

Is Just the Wind legal in Modern? Legality

Just the Wind is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Just the Wind legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Just the Wind 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 Just the Wind legal in Pioneer? Legality

Just the Wind is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Just the Wind legal in Legacy? Legality

Just the Wind is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Just the Wind legal in Vintage? Legality

Just the Wind 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 Just the Wind legal in Pauper? Legality

Just the Wind 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 Just the Wind from? Details

This printing of Just the Wind is from J21 (J21), with collector number 205.

Just the Wind may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Just the Wind's rarity? Details

Just the Wind is a common card in J21.

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

Who illustrated Just the Wind? Details

Just the Wind was illustrated by Christopher Moeller.

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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