Quick Answer

Modify Memory is a uncommon Sorcery from CLB (CLB) costing {4}{U}. Current price: $0.18 USD. Legal in Commander.

Modify Memory MTG card

Modify Memory

Sorcery

Card Text

Exchange control of two target creatures controlled by different players. If you control neither creature, draw three cards.

Percival's clothes itched and his dinner was unpleasantly wriggly, but the kobold looked like he was having the time of his life.

Card Stats

uncommon CMC: 5.0 CLB CLB 🎨 Dave Greco

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Prices updated: 2025-12-16

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Vintage Legal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Modify Memory? Basics

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

Its ability reads: "Exchange control of two target creatures controlled by different players. If you control neither creature, draw three cards."

How much mana does Modify Memory cost to cast? Basics

Modify Memory has a mana cost of {4}{U}, which equals 5.0 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.

Modify Memory's mana cost of {4}{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.

Modify Memory has a mana value of 5.0. 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.

Modify Memory's current oracle text is: "Exchange control of two target creatures controlled by different players. If you control neither creature, draw three cards."

What is the current price of Modify Memory? Pricing

The current market price for Modify Memory is approximately $0.18 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $0.22 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.23 EUR.

Where can I buy Modify Memory? Pricing

You can purchase Modify Memory 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.

Modify Memory normal: $0.18 | foil: $0.22

Is Modify Memory legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Modify Memory in Standard is not available.

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

Is Modify Memory legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Modify Memory in Modern is not available.

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

Is Modify Memory legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Modify Memory 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 Modify Memory legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Modify Memory in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Modify Memory legal in Legacy? Legality

Modify Memory is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Modify Memory legal in Vintage? Legality

Modify Memory 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 Modify Memory legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Modify Memory 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 Modify Memory from? Details

This printing of Modify Memory is from CLB (CLB), with collector number 83.

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

What is Modify Memory's rarity? Details

Modify Memory is a uncommon card in CLB.

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

Who illustrated Modify Memory? Details

Modify Memory was illustrated by Dave Greco.

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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