Quick Answer

Let the Galaxy Burn is a rare Sorcery from 40K (40K) costing {X}{5}{R}. Current price: $0.46 USD. Legal in Commander.

Let the Galaxy Burn MTG card

Let the Galaxy Burn

Sorcery

Card Text

Cascade (When you cast this spell, exile cards from the top of your library until you exile a nonland card that costs less. You may cast it without paying its mana cost. Put the exiled cards on the bottom in a random order.) Let the Galaxy Burn deals X plus 2 damage to each creature that didn't enter this turn.

Card Stats

rare CMC: 6.0 40K 40K 🎨 Evan Shipard
Cascade

Market Prices

TCGPlayer
$0.46
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Card Kingdom
$0.69
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$1.49
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€0.42
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€1.54
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (2 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Let the Galaxy Burn? Basics

Let the Galaxy Burn is a Sorcery card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Cascade (When you cast this spell, exile cards from the top of your library until you exile a nonland card that costs less. You may cast it without paying its mana cost. Put the exiled cards on the bottom in a random order.) Let the Galaxy Burn deals X plus 2 damage to each creature that didn't enter this turn."

How much mana does Let the Galaxy Burn cost to cast? Basics

Let the Galaxy Burn has a mana cost of {X}{5}{R}, which equals 6.0 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.

Let the Galaxy Burn's mana cost of {X}{5}{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.

Let the Galaxy Burn has a mana value of 6.0. 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.

Let the Galaxy Burn's current oracle text is: "Cascade (When you cast this spell, exile cards from the top of your library until you exile a nonland card that costs less. You may cast it without paying its mana cost. Put the exiled cards on the bottom in a random order.) Let the Galaxy Burn deals X plus 2 damage to each creature that didn't enter this turn."

What is the current price of Let the Galaxy Burn? Pricing

The current market price for Let the Galaxy Burn is approximately $0.46 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.42 EUR.

Where can I buy Let the Galaxy Burn? Pricing

You can purchase Let the Galaxy Burn 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 Let the Galaxy Burn legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Let the Galaxy Burn in Standard is not available.

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

Is Let the Galaxy Burn legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Let the Galaxy Burn in Modern is not available.

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

Is Let the Galaxy Burn legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Let the Galaxy Burn 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 Let the Galaxy Burn legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Let the Galaxy Burn in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Let the Galaxy Burn legal in Legacy? Legality

Let the Galaxy Burn is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Let the Galaxy Burn legal in Vintage? Legality

Let the Galaxy Burn 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 Let the Galaxy Burn legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Let the Galaxy Burn 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 Let the Galaxy Burn from? Details

This printing of Let the Galaxy Burn is from 40K (40K), with collector number 81.

Let the Galaxy Burn may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Let the Galaxy Burn's rarity? Details

Let the Galaxy Burn is a rare card in 40K.

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

Who illustrated Let the Galaxy Burn? Details

Let the Galaxy Burn was illustrated by Evan Shipard.

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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