Quick Answer

Spellgyre is a uncommon Instant from BLB (BLB) costing {2}{U}{U}. Current price: $0.14 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander. Legal in Standard.

Spellgyre MTG card

Spellgyre

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Card Text

Choose one — • Counter target spell. • Surveil 2, then draw two cards. (To surveil 2, look at the top two cards of your library, then put any number of them into your graveyard and the rest on top of your library in any order.)

Card Stats

uncommon CMC: 4.0 BLB BLB 🎨 Alix Branwyn
Surveil

Market Prices

TCGPlayer
$0.14
Normal
Buy
TCGPlayer
$0.14
Foil
Buy
Card Kingdom
$0.35
Normal
Buy
Card Kingdom
$0.49
Foil
Buy
Cardmarket
€0.16
Normal
Buy
Cardmarket
€0.42
Foil
Buy
Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Alchemy Legal
Brawl Legal
Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Future Legal
Gladiator Legal
Historic Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Pioneer Legal
Standard Legal
Standardbrawl Legal
Timeless Legal
Vintage Legal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Spellgyre? Basics

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

Its ability reads: "Choose one — • Counter target spell. • Surveil 2, then draw two cards. (To surveil 2, look at the top two cards of your library, then put any number of them into your graveyard and the rest on top of your library in any order.)"

How much mana does Spellgyre cost to cast? Basics

Spellgyre has a mana cost of {2}{U}{U}, which equals 4.0 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.

Spellgyre's mana cost of {2}{U}{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.

Spellgyre has a mana value of 4.0. 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.

Spellgyre's current oracle text is: "Choose one — • Counter target spell. • Surveil 2, then draw two cards. (To surveil 2, look at the top two cards of your library, then put any number of them into your graveyard and the rest on top of your library in any order.)"

What is the current price of Spellgyre? Pricing

The current market price for Spellgyre is approximately $0.14 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $0.14 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.16 EUR.

Where can I buy Spellgyre? Pricing

You can purchase Spellgyre 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.

Spellgyre normal: $0.14 | foil: $0.14

Is Spellgyre legal in Standard? Legality

Spellgyre is Legal in Standard format.

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

Is Spellgyre legal in Modern? Legality

Spellgyre is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Spellgyre legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Spellgyre 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 Spellgyre legal in Pioneer? Legality

Spellgyre is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Spellgyre legal in Legacy? Legality

Spellgyre is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Spellgyre legal in Vintage? Legality

Spellgyre 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 Spellgyre legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Spellgyre 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 Spellgyre from? Details

This printing of Spellgyre is from BLB (BLB), with collector number 72.

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

What is Spellgyre's rarity? Details

Spellgyre is a uncommon card in BLB.

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

Who illustrated Spellgyre? Details

Spellgyre was illustrated by Alix Branwyn.

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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