Quick Answer

Lobotomy is a rare Sorcery from F06 (F06) costing {2}{U}{B}. Legal in Commander.

Lobotomy MTG card

Lobotomy

Sorcery

Card Text

Target player reveals their hand, then you choose a card other than a basic land card from it. Search that player's graveyard, hand, and library for all cards with the same name as the chosen card and exile them. Then that player shuffles.

Card Stats

rare CMC: 4.0 F06 F06 🎨 Thomas M. Baxa

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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Predh Legal
Premodern Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (6 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lobotomy? Basics

Lobotomy is a Sorcery card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Target player reveals their hand, then you choose a card other than a basic land card from it. Search that player's graveyard, hand, and library for all cards with the same name as the chosen card and exile them. Then that player shuffles."

How much mana does Lobotomy cost to cast? Basics

Lobotomy has a mana cost of {2}{U}{B}, which equals 4.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires B, 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.

Lobotomy's mana cost of {2}{U}{B} 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.

Lobotomy 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.

Lobotomy's current oracle text is: "Target player reveals their hand, then you choose a card other than a basic land card from it. Search that player's graveyard, hand, and library for all cards with the same name as the chosen card and exile them. Then that player shuffles."

What is the current price of Lobotomy? Pricing

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

Where can I buy Lobotomy? Pricing

You can purchase Lobotomy 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 Lobotomy legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Lobotomy in Standard is not available.

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

Is Lobotomy legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Lobotomy in Modern is not available.

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

Is Lobotomy legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Lobotomy 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 Lobotomy legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Lobotomy in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Lobotomy legal in Legacy? Legality

Lobotomy is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Lobotomy legal in Vintage? Legality

Lobotomy 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 Lobotomy legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Lobotomy 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 Lobotomy from? Details

This printing of Lobotomy is from F06 (F06), with collector number 4.

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

What is Lobotomy's rarity? Details

Lobotomy is a rare card in F06.

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

Who illustrated Lobotomy? Details

Lobotomy was illustrated by Thomas M. Baxa.

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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