Quick Answer

Solve the Equation is a rare Sorcery from SLD (SLD) costing {2}{U}. Current price: $3.6 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Solve the Equation MTG card

Solve the Equation

Sorcery

Card Text

Search your library for an instant or sorcery card, reveal it, put it into your hand, then shuffle.

Card Stats

rare CMC: 3.0 SLD SLD 🎨 Mike Burns

Market Prices

TCGPlayer
$3.60
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Card Kingdom
$3.99
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Card Kingdom
$3.99
Foil
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Cardmarket
€2.75
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Cardmarket
€2.70
Foil
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Brawl Legal
Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Gladiator Legal
Historic Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Pioneer Legal
Timeless Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (3 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Solve the Equation? Basics

Solve the Equation is a Sorcery card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Search your library for an instant or sorcery card, reveal it, put it into your hand, then shuffle."

How much mana does Solve the Equation cost to cast? Basics

Solve the Equation has a mana cost of {2}{U}, which equals 3.0 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.

Solve the Equation's mana cost of {2}{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.

Solve the Equation 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.

Solve the Equation's current oracle text is: "Search your library for an instant or sorcery card, reveal it, put it into your hand, then shuffle."

What is the current price of Solve the Equation? Pricing

The current market price for Solve the Equation is approximately $3.6 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €2.75 EUR.

Where can I buy Solve the Equation? Pricing

You can purchase Solve the Equation 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 Solve the Equation legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Solve the Equation in Standard is not available.

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

Is Solve the Equation legal in Modern? Legality

Solve the Equation is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Solve the Equation legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Solve the Equation 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 Solve the Equation legal in Pioneer? Legality

Solve the Equation is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Solve the Equation legal in Legacy? Legality

Solve the Equation is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Solve the Equation legal in Vintage? Legality

Solve the Equation 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 Solve the Equation legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Solve the Equation 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 Solve the Equation from? Details

This printing of Solve the Equation is from SLD (SLD), with collector number 886.

Solve the Equation may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Solve the Equation's rarity? Details

Solve the Equation is a rare card in SLD.

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

Who illustrated Solve the Equation? Details

Solve the Equation was illustrated by Mike Burns.

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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