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Spark of Creativity is a uncommon Sorcery from J22 (J22) costing {R}. Current price: $0.13 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Spark of Creativity MTG card

Spark of Creativity

Sorcery

Card Text

Choose target creature. Exile the top card of your library. You may have Spark of Creativity deal damage to that creature equal to the exiled card's mana value. If you don't, you may play that card until end of turn.

"To invent is to rebel." —Pia Nalaar

Card Stats

uncommon CMC: 1.0 J22 J22 🎨 Johann Bodin

Market Prices

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$0.13
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€0.19
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

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

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Other Printings (2 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Spark of Creativity? Basics

Spark of Creativity is a Sorcery card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Choose target creature. Exile the top card of your library. You may have Spark of Creativity deal damage to that creature equal to the exiled card's mana value. If you don't, you may play that card until end of turn."

How much mana does Spark of Creativity cost to cast? Basics

Spark of Creativity has a mana cost of {R}, which equals 1.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires 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.

Spark of Creativity's mana cost of {R} 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.

Spark of Creativity has a mana value of 1.0. 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.

Spark of Creativity's current oracle text is: "Choose target creature. Exile the top card of your library. You may have Spark of Creativity deal damage to that creature equal to the exiled card's mana value. If you don't, you may play that card until end of turn."

What is the current price of Spark of Creativity? Pricing

The current market price for Spark of Creativity is approximately $0.13 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.19 EUR.

Where can I buy Spark of Creativity? Pricing

You can purchase Spark of Creativity 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 Spark of Creativity legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Spark of Creativity in Standard is not available.

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

Is Spark of Creativity legal in Modern? Legality

Spark of Creativity is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Spark of Creativity legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Spark of Creativity 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 Spark of Creativity legal in Pioneer? Legality

Spark of Creativity is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Spark of Creativity legal in Legacy? Legality

Spark of Creativity is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Spark of Creativity legal in Vintage? Legality

Spark of Creativity 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 Spark of Creativity legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Spark of Creativity 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 Spark of Creativity from? Details

This printing of Spark of Creativity is from J22 (J22), with collector number 602.

Spark of Creativity may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Spark of Creativity's rarity? Details

Spark of Creativity is a uncommon card in J22.

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

Who illustrated Spark of Creativity? Details

Spark of Creativity was illustrated by Johann Bodin.

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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