Quick Answer

Overblaze is a uncommon Instant — Arcane from BOK (BOK) costing {3}{R}. Current price: $0.28 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Overblaze MTG card

Overblaze

Instant — Arcane

Card Text

Each time target permanent would deal damage to a permanent or player this turn, it deals double that damage to that permanent or player instead. Splice onto Arcane {2}{R}{R} (As you cast an Arcane spell, you may reveal this card from your hand and pay its splice cost. If you do, add this card's effects to that spell.)

Card Stats

uncommon CMC: 4.0 BOK BOK 🎨 Ron Spencer
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Market Prices

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$0.28
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TCGPlayer
$1.47
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$0.69
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$4.49
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€0.19
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€1.28
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Prices updated: 2025-12-16

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Predh Legal
Vintage Legal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Overblaze? Basics

Overblaze is a Instant — Arcane card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Each time target permanent would deal damage to a permanent or player this turn, it deals double that damage to that permanent or player instead. Splice onto Arcane {2}{R}{R} (As you cast an Arcane spell, you may reveal this card from your hand and pay its splice cost. If you do, add this card's effects to that spell.)"

How much mana does Overblaze cost to cast? Basics

Overblaze has a mana cost of {3}{R}, which equals 4.0 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.

Overblaze's mana cost of {3}{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.

Overblaze 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.

Overblaze's current oracle text is: "Each time target permanent would deal damage to a permanent or player this turn, it deals double that damage to that permanent or player instead. Splice onto Arcane {2}{R}{R} (As you cast an Arcane spell, you may reveal this card from your hand and pay its splice cost. If you do, add this card's effects to that spell.)"

What is the current price of Overblaze? Pricing

The current market price for Overblaze is approximately $0.28 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $1.47 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.19 EUR.

Where can I buy Overblaze? Pricing

You can purchase Overblaze 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.

Overblaze normal: $0.28 | foil: $1.47

Is Overblaze legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Overblaze in Standard is not available.

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

Is Overblaze legal in Modern? Legality

Overblaze is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Overblaze legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Overblaze 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 Overblaze legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Overblaze in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Overblaze legal in Legacy? Legality

Overblaze is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Overblaze legal in Vintage? Legality

Overblaze 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 Overblaze legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Overblaze 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 Overblaze from? Details

This printing of Overblaze is from BOK (BOK), with collector number 114.

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

What is Overblaze's rarity? Details

Overblaze is a uncommon card in BOK.

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

Who illustrated Overblaze? Details

Overblaze was illustrated by Ron Spencer.

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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