Quick Answer

Signal the Clans is a rare Instant from GTC (GTC) costing {R}{G}. Current price: $0.52 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Signal the Clans MTG card

Signal the Clans

Instant

Card Text

Search your library for three creature cards and reveal them. If you reveal three cards with different names, choose one of them at random and put that card into your hand. Shuffle the rest into your library.

Gruul clanfolk obey few rules, but all feel bound to answer the call of the horn.

Card Stats

rare CMC: 2.0 GTC GTC 🎨 Dave Kendall

Market Prices

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$0.52
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TCGPlayer
$3.64
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$0.79
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$5.99
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Cardmarket
€0.57
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€2.33
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Signal the Clans? Basics

Signal the Clans is a Instant card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Search your library for three creature cards and reveal them. If you reveal three cards with different names, choose one of them at random and put that card into your hand. Shuffle the rest into your library."

How much mana does Signal the Clans cost to cast? Basics

Signal the Clans has a mana cost of {R}{G}, which equals 2.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires G, R 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.

Signal the Clans's mana cost of {R}{G} 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.

Signal the Clans 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.

Signal the Clans's current oracle text is: "Search your library for three creature cards and reveal them. If you reveal three cards with different names, choose one of them at random and put that card into your hand. Shuffle the rest into your library."

What is the current price of Signal the Clans? Pricing

The current market price for Signal the Clans is approximately $0.52 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $3.64 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.57 EUR.

Where can I buy Signal the Clans? Pricing

You can purchase Signal the Clans 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.

Signal the Clans normal: $0.52 | foil: $3.64

Is Signal the Clans legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Signal the Clans in Standard is not available.

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

Is Signal the Clans legal in Modern? Legality

Signal the Clans is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Signal the Clans legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Signal the Clans 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 Signal the Clans legal in Pioneer? Legality

Signal the Clans is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Signal the Clans legal in Legacy? Legality

Signal the Clans is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Signal the Clans legal in Vintage? Legality

Signal the Clans 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 Signal the Clans legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Signal the Clans 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 Signal the Clans from? Details

This printing of Signal the Clans is from GTC (GTC), with collector number 194.

Signal the Clans may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Signal the Clans's rarity? Details

Signal the Clans is a rare card in GTC.

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

Who illustrated Signal the Clans? Details

Signal the Clans was illustrated by Dave Kendall.

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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