Quick Answer

Pore Over the Pages is a uncommon Sorcery from DDQ (DDQ) costing {3}{U}{U}. Current price: $0.2 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Pore Over the Pages MTG card

Pore Over the Pages

Sorcery

Card Text

Draw three cards, untap up to two lands, then discard a card.

"'I'm certain that the fate of Markov Manor is connected to these cryptoliths . . .' This Tamiyo was on to something."

Card Stats

uncommon CMC: 5.0 DDQ DDQ 🎨 Magali Villeneuve

Market Prices

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$0.20
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€0.14
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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
Pioneer Legal
Timeless Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (4 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Pore Over the Pages? Basics

Pore Over the Pages is a Sorcery card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Draw three cards, untap up to two lands, then discard a card."

How much mana does Pore Over the Pages cost to cast? Basics

Pore Over the Pages has a mana cost of {3}{U}{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.

Pore Over the Pages's mana cost of {3}{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.

Pore Over the Pages 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.

Pore Over the Pages's current oracle text is: "Draw three cards, untap up to two lands, then discard a card."

What is the current price of Pore Over the Pages? Pricing

The current market price for Pore Over the Pages is approximately $0.2 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.14 EUR.

Where can I buy Pore Over the Pages? Pricing

You can purchase Pore Over the Pages 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 Pore Over the Pages legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Pore Over the Pages in Standard is not available.

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

Is Pore Over the Pages legal in Modern? Legality

Pore Over the Pages is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Pore Over the Pages legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Pore Over the Pages 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 Pore Over the Pages legal in Pioneer? Legality

Pore Over the Pages is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Pore Over the Pages legal in Legacy? Legality

Pore Over the Pages is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Pore Over the Pages legal in Vintage? Legality

Pore Over the Pages 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 Pore Over the Pages legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Pore Over the Pages 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 Pore Over the Pages from? Details

This printing of Pore Over the Pages is from DDQ (DDQ), with collector number 28.

Pore Over the Pages may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Pore Over the Pages's rarity? Details

Pore Over the Pages is a uncommon card in DDQ.

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

Who illustrated Pore Over the Pages? Details

Pore Over the Pages was illustrated by Magali Villeneuve.

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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