Quick Answer

Relic Bane is a uncommon Enchantment — Aura from MRD (MRD) costing {1}{B}{B}. Current price: $0.17 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Relic Bane MTG card

Relic Bane

Enchantment — Aura

Card Text

Enchant artifact Enchanted artifact has "At the beginning of your upkeep, you lose 2 life."

A sword that has seen cowardice in battle exacts the price of honor from its wielder.

Card Stats

uncommon CMC: 3.0 MRD MRD 🎨 Eric Peterson
Enchant

Market Prices

TCGPlayer
$0.17
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TCGPlayer
$0.36
Foil
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Card Kingdom
$0.35
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Card Kingdom
$0.49
Foil
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Cardmarket
€0.09
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Cardmarket
€0.24
Foil
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Relic Bane? Basics

Relic Bane is a Enchantment — Aura card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Enchant artifact Enchanted artifact has "At the beginning of your upkeep, you lose 2 life.""

How much mana does Relic Bane cost to cast? Basics

Relic Bane has a mana cost of {1}{B}{B}, which equals 3.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires B 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.

Relic Bane's mana cost of {1}{B}{B} 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.

Relic Bane 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.

Relic Bane's current oracle text is: "Enchant artifact Enchanted artifact has "At the beginning of your upkeep, you lose 2 life.""

What is the current price of Relic Bane? Pricing

The current market price for Relic Bane is approximately $0.17 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $0.36 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.09 EUR.

Where can I buy Relic Bane? Pricing

You can purchase Relic Bane 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.

Relic Bane normal: $0.17 | foil: $0.36

Is Relic Bane legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Relic Bane in Standard is not available.

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

Is Relic Bane legal in Modern? Legality

Relic Bane is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Relic Bane legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Relic Bane 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 Relic Bane legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Relic Bane in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Relic Bane legal in Legacy? Legality

Relic Bane is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Relic Bane legal in Vintage? Legality

Relic Bane 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 Relic Bane legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Relic Bane 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 Relic Bane from? Details

This printing of Relic Bane is from MRD (MRD), with collector number 76.

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

What is Relic Bane's rarity? Details

Relic Bane is a uncommon card in MRD.

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

Who illustrated Relic Bane? Details

Relic Bane was illustrated by Eric Peterson.

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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