Quick Answer

Leyline of Anticipation is a rare Enchantment from CLB (CLB) costing {2}{U}{U}. Current price: $5.68 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Leyline of Anticipation MTG card

Leyline of Anticipation

Enchantment

Card Text

If this card is in your opening hand, you may begin the game with it on the battlefield. You may cast spells as though they had flash.

Card Stats

rare CMC: 4.0 CLB CLB 🎨 Charles Urbach

Market Prices

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$5.68
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Card Kingdom
$6.49
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€2.16
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€0.90
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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
Predh Legal
Timeless Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (6 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Leyline of Anticipation? Basics

Leyline of Anticipation is a Enchantment card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "If this card is in your opening hand, you may begin the game with it on the battlefield. You may cast spells as though they had flash."

How much mana does Leyline of Anticipation cost to cast? Basics

Leyline of Anticipation has a mana cost of {2}{U}{U}, which equals 4.0 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.

Leyline of Anticipation's mana cost of {2}{U}{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.

Leyline of Anticipation 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.

Leyline of Anticipation's current oracle text is: "If this card is in your opening hand, you may begin the game with it on the battlefield. You may cast spells as though they had flash."

What is the current price of Leyline of Anticipation? Pricing

The current market price for Leyline of Anticipation is approximately $5.68 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €2.16 EUR.

Where can I buy Leyline of Anticipation? Pricing

You can purchase Leyline of Anticipation 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 Leyline of Anticipation legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Leyline of Anticipation in Standard is not available.

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

Is Leyline of Anticipation legal in Modern? Legality

Leyline of Anticipation is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Leyline of Anticipation legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Leyline of Anticipation 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 Leyline of Anticipation legal in Pioneer? Legality

Leyline of Anticipation is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Leyline of Anticipation legal in Legacy? Legality

Leyline of Anticipation is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Leyline of Anticipation legal in Vintage? Legality

Leyline of Anticipation 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 Leyline of Anticipation legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Leyline of Anticipation 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 Leyline of Anticipation from? Details

This printing of Leyline of Anticipation is from CLB (CLB), with collector number 726.

Leyline of Anticipation may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Leyline of Anticipation's rarity? Details

Leyline of Anticipation is a rare card in CLB.

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

Who illustrated Leyline of Anticipation? Details

Leyline of Anticipation was illustrated by Charles Urbach.

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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