Quick Answer

Synthetic Destiny is a rare Instant from C15 (C15) costing {4}{U}{U}. Current price: $0.25 USD. Legal in Commander.

Synthetic Destiny MTG card

Synthetic Destiny

Instant

Card Text

Exile all creatures you control. At the beginning of the next end step, reveal cards from the top of your library until you reveal that many creature cards, put all creature cards revealed this way onto the battlefield, then shuffle the rest of the revealed cards into your library.

To Jin-Gitaxias, perfection is not a goal, but a process.

Card Stats

rare CMC: 6.0 C15 C15 🎨 Dave Kendall

Market Prices

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$0.25
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$0.59
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€0.31
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Penny Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (3 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Synthetic Destiny? Basics

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

Its ability reads: "Exile all creatures you control. At the beginning of the next end step, reveal cards from the top of your library until you reveal that many creature cards, put all creature cards revealed this way onto the battlefield, then shuffle the rest of the revealed cards into your library."

How much mana does Synthetic Destiny cost to cast? Basics

Synthetic Destiny has a mana cost of {4}{U}{U}, which equals 6.0 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.

Synthetic Destiny's mana cost of {4}{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.

Synthetic Destiny has a mana value of 6.0. 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.

Synthetic Destiny's current oracle text is: "Exile all creatures you control. At the beginning of the next end step, reveal cards from the top of your library until you reveal that many creature cards, put all creature cards revealed this way onto the battlefield, then shuffle the rest of the revealed cards into your library."

What is the current price of Synthetic Destiny? Pricing

The current market price for Synthetic Destiny is approximately $0.25 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.31 EUR.

Where can I buy Synthetic Destiny? Pricing

You can purchase Synthetic Destiny 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 Synthetic Destiny legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Synthetic Destiny in Standard is not available.

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

Is Synthetic Destiny legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Synthetic Destiny in Modern is not available.

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

Is Synthetic Destiny legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Synthetic Destiny 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 Synthetic Destiny legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Synthetic Destiny in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Synthetic Destiny legal in Legacy? Legality

Synthetic Destiny is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Synthetic Destiny legal in Vintage? Legality

Synthetic Destiny 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 Synthetic Destiny legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Synthetic Destiny 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 Synthetic Destiny from? Details

This printing of Synthetic Destiny is from C15 (C15), with collector number 15.

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

What is Synthetic Destiny's rarity? Details

Synthetic Destiny is a rare card in C15.

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

Who illustrated Synthetic Destiny? Details

Synthetic Destiny was illustrated by Dave Kendall.

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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