Quick Answer

Prismatic Circle is a common Enchantment from MIR (MIR) costing {2}{W}. Current price: $0.13 USD. Legal in Commander.

Prismatic Circle MTG card

Prismatic Circle

Enchantment

Card Text

Cumulative upkeep {1} (At the beginning of your upkeep, put an age counter on this permanent, then sacrifice it unless you pay its upkeep cost for each age counter on it.) As this enchantment enters, choose a color. {1}: The next time a source of your choice of the chosen color would deal damage to you this turn, prevent that damage.

Card Stats

common CMC: 3.0 MIR MIR 🎨 Pete Venters
Cumulative upkeep

Market Prices

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$0.13
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$0.35
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€0.12
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Prismatic Circle? Basics

Prismatic Circle is a Enchantment card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Cumulative upkeep {1} (At the beginning of your upkeep, put an age counter on this permanent, then sacrifice it unless you pay its upkeep cost for each age counter on it.) As this enchantment enters, choose a color. {1}: The next time a source of your choice of the chosen color would deal damage to you this turn, prevent that damage."

How much mana does Prismatic Circle cost to cast? Basics

Prismatic Circle has a mana cost of {2}{W}, which equals 3.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires W 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.

Prismatic Circle's mana cost of {2}{W} 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.

Prismatic Circle 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.

Prismatic Circle's current oracle text is: "Cumulative upkeep {1} (At the beginning of your upkeep, put an age counter on this permanent, then sacrifice it unless you pay its upkeep cost for each age counter on it.) As this enchantment enters, choose a color. {1}: The next time a source of your choice of the chosen color would deal damage to you this turn, prevent that damage."

What is the current price of Prismatic Circle? Pricing

The current market price for Prismatic Circle is approximately $0.13 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.12 EUR.

Where can I buy Prismatic Circle? Pricing

You can purchase Prismatic Circle 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 Prismatic Circle legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Prismatic Circle in Standard is not available.

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

Is Prismatic Circle legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Prismatic Circle in Modern is not available.

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

Is Prismatic Circle legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Prismatic Circle 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 Prismatic Circle legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Prismatic Circle in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Prismatic Circle legal in Legacy? Legality

Prismatic Circle is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Prismatic Circle legal in Vintage? Legality

Prismatic Circle 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 Prismatic Circle legal in Pauper? Legality

Prismatic Circle is Legal in Pauper format.

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 Prismatic Circle from? Details

This printing of Prismatic Circle is from MIR (MIR), with collector number 34.

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

What is Prismatic Circle's rarity? Details

Prismatic Circle is a common card in MIR.

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

Who illustrated Prismatic Circle? Details

Prismatic Circle was illustrated by Pete Venters.

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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