Quick Answer

Replication Technique is a rare Sorcery from C21 (C21) costing {4}{U}. Current price: $0.19 USD. Legal in Commander.

Replication Technique MTG card

Replication Technique

Sorcery

Card Text

Demonstrate (When you cast this spell, you may copy it. If you do, choose an opponent to also copy it. Players may choose new targets for their copies.) Create a token that's a copy of target permanent you control.

Card Stats

rare CMC: 5.0 C21 C21 🎨 Viko Menezes
Demonstrate

Market Prices

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$0.19
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$0.49
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€0.30
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (4 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Replication Technique? Basics

Replication Technique is a Sorcery card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Demonstrate (When you cast this spell, you may copy it. If you do, choose an opponent to also copy it. Players may choose new targets for their copies.) Create a token that's a copy of target permanent you control."

How much mana does Replication Technique cost to cast? Basics

Replication Technique 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.

Replication Technique'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.

Replication Technique 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.

Replication Technique's current oracle text is: "Demonstrate (When you cast this spell, you may copy it. If you do, choose an opponent to also copy it. Players may choose new targets for their copies.) Create a token that's a copy of target permanent you control."

What is the current price of Replication Technique? Pricing

The current market price for Replication Technique is approximately $0.19 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.3 EUR.

Where can I buy Replication Technique? Pricing

You can purchase Replication Technique 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 Replication Technique legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Replication Technique in Standard is not available.

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

Is Replication Technique legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Replication Technique in Modern is not available.

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

Is Replication Technique legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Replication Technique 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 Replication Technique legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Replication Technique in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Replication Technique legal in Legacy? Legality

Replication Technique is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Replication Technique legal in Vintage? Legality

Replication Technique 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 Replication Technique legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Replication Technique 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 Replication Technique from? Details

This printing of Replication Technique is from C21 (C21), with collector number 31.

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

What is Replication Technique's rarity? Details

Replication Technique is a rare card in C21.

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

Who illustrated Replication Technique? Details

Replication Technique was illustrated by Viko Menezes.

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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