Quick Answer

Synthesis Pod is a rare Artifact from ONC (ONC) costing {3}{U/P}. Current price: $0.14 USD. Legal in Commander.

Synthesis Pod MTG card

Synthesis Pod

Artifact

Card Text

({U/P} can be paid with either {U} or 2 life.) {1}{U/P}, {T}, Exile a spell you control: Target opponent reveals cards from the top of their library until they reveal a card with mana value equal to 1 plus the exiled spell's mana value. Exile that card, then that player shuffles. You may cast that exiled card without paying its mana cost.

Card Stats

rare CMC: 4.0 ONC ONC 🎨 Campbell White

Market Prices

TCGPlayer
$0.14
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TCGPlayer
$0.33
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Card Kingdom
$0.49
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$0.49
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Cardmarket
€0.21
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€0.39
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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 Synthesis Pod? Basics

Synthesis Pod is a Artifact card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "({U/P} can be paid with either {U} or 2 life.) {1}{U/P}, {T}, Exile a spell you control: Target opponent reveals cards from the top of their library until they reveal a card with mana value equal to 1 plus the exiled spell's mana value. Exile that card, then that player shuffles. You may cast that exiled card without paying its mana cost."

How much mana does Synthesis Pod cost to cast? Basics

Synthesis Pod has a mana cost of {3}{U/P}, 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.

Synthesis Pod's mana cost of {3}{U/P} 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.

Synthesis Pod 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.

Synthesis Pod's current oracle text is: "({U/P} can be paid with either {U} or 2 life.) {1}{U/P}, {T}, Exile a spell you control: Target opponent reveals cards from the top of their library until they reveal a card with mana value equal to 1 plus the exiled spell's mana value. Exile that card, then that player shuffles. You may cast that exiled card without paying its mana cost."

What is the current price of Synthesis Pod? Pricing

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

A foil copy costs approximately $0.33 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.21 EUR.

Where can I buy Synthesis Pod? Pricing

You can purchase Synthesis Pod 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.

Synthesis Pod normal: $0.14 | foil: $0.33

Is Synthesis Pod legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Synthesis Pod in Standard is not available.

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

Is Synthesis Pod legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Synthesis Pod in Modern is not available.

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

Is Synthesis Pod legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Synthesis Pod 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 Synthesis Pod legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Synthesis Pod in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Synthesis Pod legal in Legacy? Legality

Synthesis Pod is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Synthesis Pod legal in Vintage? Legality

Synthesis Pod 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 Synthesis Pod legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Synthesis Pod 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 Synthesis Pod from? Details

This printing of Synthesis Pod is from ONC (ONC), with collector number 23.

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

What is Synthesis Pod's rarity? Details

Synthesis Pod is a rare card in ONC.

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

Who illustrated Synthesis Pod? Details

Synthesis Pod was illustrated by Campbell White.

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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