Quick Answer

Mad Science Fair Project is a common Artifact from UST (UST) costing {3}. Current price: $0.14 USD.

Mad Science Fair Project MTG card

Mad Science Fair Project

Artifact

Card Text

{T}: Roll a six-sided die. On a 3 or lower, target player adds {C}. Otherwise, that player adds one mana of any color they choose.

"When it comes down to it, science is more art than science."

Card Stats

common CMC: 3.0 UST UST 🎨 Carl Frank

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$0.14
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$0.48
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$0.35
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$0.99
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€0.08
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€0.32
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mad Science Fair Project? Basics

Mad Science Fair Project is a Artifact card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "{T}: Roll a six-sided die. On a 3 or lower, target player adds {C}. Otherwise, that player adds one mana of any color they choose."

How much mana does Mad Science Fair Project cost to cast? Basics

Mad Science Fair Project has a mana cost of {3}, which equals 3.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It is a colorless card and can be cast with any color of mana.

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.

Mad Science Fair Project's mana cost of {3} 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.

Mad Science Fair Project has a mana value of 3.0. 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.

Mad Science Fair Project's current oracle text is: "{T}: Roll a six-sided die. On a 3 or lower, target player adds {C}. Otherwise, that player adds one mana of any color they choose."

What is the current price of Mad Science Fair Project? Pricing

The current market price for Mad Science Fair Project is approximately $0.14 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $0.48 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.08 EUR.

Where can I buy Mad Science Fair Project? Pricing

You can purchase Mad Science Fair Project 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.

Mad Science Fair Project normal: $0.14 | foil: $0.48

Is Mad Science Fair Project legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Mad Science Fair Project in Standard is not available.

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

Is Mad Science Fair Project legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Mad Science Fair Project in Modern is not available.

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

Is Mad Science Fair Project legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Format legality information for Mad Science Fair Project in Commander is not available.

Commander is a casual multiplayer format where you build a 100-card singleton deck around a legendary creature.

Is Mad Science Fair Project legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Mad Science Fair Project in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Mad Science Fair Project legal in Legacy? Legality

Format legality information for Mad Science Fair Project in Legacy is not available.

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

Is Mad Science Fair Project legal in Vintage? Legality

Format legality information for Mad Science Fair Project in Vintage is not available.

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 Mad Science Fair Project legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Mad Science Fair Project 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 Mad Science Fair Project from? Details

This printing of Mad Science Fair Project is from UST (UST), with collector number 154.

Mad Science Fair Project may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Mad Science Fair Project's rarity? Details

Mad Science Fair Project is a common card in UST.

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

Who illustrated Mad Science Fair Project? Details

Mad Science Fair Project was illustrated by Carl Frank.

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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