Quick Answer

Solar Array is a rare Artifact from EOC (EOC) costing {3}. Current price: $0.21 USD. Legal in Commander.

Solar Array MTG card

Solar Array

Artifact

Card Text

{T}: Add one mana of any color. When you next cast an artifact spell this turn, that spell gains sunburst. (If it's a creature, it enters with a +1/+1 counter on it for each color of mana spent to cast it. Otherwise, it enters with that many charge counters on it.)

Sothera collapses, but its light is not yet gone.

Card Stats

rare CMC: 3.0 EOC EOC 🎨 Sergey Glushakov

Market Prices

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$0.21
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$0.49
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€0.41
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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 (2 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Solar Array? Basics

Solar Array is a Artifact card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "{T}: Add one mana of any color. When you next cast an artifact spell this turn, that spell gains sunburst. (If it's a creature, it enters with a +1/+1 counter on it for each color of mana spent to cast it. Otherwise, it enters with that many charge counters on it.)"

How much mana does Solar Array cost to cast? Basics

Solar Array has a mana cost of {3}, which equals 3.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It is a colorless card and can be cast with any color of mana.

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.

Solar Array's mana cost of {3} 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.

Solar Array 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.

Solar Array's current oracle text is: "{T}: Add one mana of any color. When you next cast an artifact spell this turn, that spell gains sunburst. (If it's a creature, it enters with a +1/+1 counter on it for each color of mana spent to cast it. Otherwise, it enters with that many charge counters on it.)"

What is the current price of Solar Array? Pricing

The current market price for Solar Array is approximately $0.21 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.41 EUR.

Where can I buy Solar Array? Pricing

You can purchase Solar Array 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 Solar Array legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Solar Array in Standard is not available.

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

Is Solar Array legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Solar Array in Modern is not available.

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

Is Solar Array legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Solar Array 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 Solar Array legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Solar Array in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Solar Array legal in Legacy? Legality

Solar Array is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Solar Array legal in Vintage? Legality

Solar Array 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 Solar Array legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Solar Array 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 Solar Array from? Details

This printing of Solar Array is from EOC (EOC), with collector number 18.

Solar Array may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Solar Array's rarity? Details

Solar Array is a rare card in EOC.

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

Who illustrated Solar Array? Details

Solar Array was illustrated by Sergey Glushakov.

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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