Quick Answer

Research the Deep is a uncommon Sorcery from MOR (MOR) costing {1}{U}. Current price: $0.28 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Research the Deep MTG card

Research the Deep

Sorcery

Card Text

Draw a card. Clash with an opponent. If you win, return Research the Deep to its owner's hand. (Each clashing player reveals the top card of their library, then puts that card on their choice of the top or bottom. A player wins if their card had a greater mana value.)

Card Stats

uncommon CMC: 2.0 MOR MOR 🎨 Eric Fortune
Clash

Market Prices

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$0.28
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TCGPlayer
$9.99
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Card Kingdom
$0.59
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$2.99
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Cardmarket
€0.21
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€0.60
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

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 Research the Deep? Basics

Research the Deep is a Sorcery card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Draw a card. Clash with an opponent. If you win, return Research the Deep to its owner's hand. (Each clashing player reveals the top card of their library, then puts that card on their choice of the top or bottom. A player wins if their card had a greater mana value.)"

How much mana does Research the Deep cost to cast? Basics

Research the Deep has a mana cost of {1}{U}, which equals 2.0 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.

Research the Deep's mana cost of {1}{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.

Research the Deep has a mana value of 2.0. 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.

Research the Deep's current oracle text is: "Draw a card. Clash with an opponent. If you win, return Research the Deep to its owner's hand. (Each clashing player reveals the top card of their library, then puts that card on their choice of the top or bottom. A player wins if their card had a greater mana value.)"

What is the current price of Research the Deep? Pricing

The current market price for Research the Deep is approximately $0.28 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $9.99 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.21 EUR.

Where can I buy Research the Deep? Pricing

You can purchase Research the Deep 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.

Research the Deep normal: $0.28 | foil: $9.99

Is Research the Deep legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Research the Deep in Standard is not available.

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

Is Research the Deep legal in Modern? Legality

Research the Deep is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Research the Deep legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Research the Deep 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 Research the Deep legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Research the Deep in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Research the Deep legal in Legacy? Legality

Research the Deep is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Research the Deep legal in Vintage? Legality

Research the Deep 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 Research the Deep legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Research the Deep 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 Research the Deep from? Details

This printing of Research the Deep is from MOR (MOR), with collector number 46.

Research the Deep may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Research the Deep's rarity? Details

Research the Deep is a uncommon card in MOR.

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

Who illustrated Research the Deep? Details

Research the Deep was illustrated by Eric Fortune.

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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