Quick Answer

Tablet of the Guilds is a uncommon Artifact from RTR (RTR) costing {2}. Current price: $0.2 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Tablet of the Guilds MTG card

Tablet of the Guilds

Artifact

Card Text

As this artifact enters, choose two colors. Whenever you cast a spell, if it's at least one of the chosen colors, you gain 1 life for each of the chosen colors it is.

It is rumored the Azorius paid an exorbitant sum to ensure its symbol would appear at the top.

Card Stats

uncommon CMC: 2.0 RTR RTR 🎨 Nic Klein

Market Prices

TCGPlayer
$0.20
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TCGPlayer
$7.47
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Card Kingdom
$0.35
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Card Kingdom
$2.99
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Cardmarket
€0.28
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Cardmarket
€2.65
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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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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Tablet of the Guilds? Basics

Tablet of the Guilds is a Artifact card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "As this artifact enters, choose two colors. Whenever you cast a spell, if it's at least one of the chosen colors, you gain 1 life for each of the chosen colors it is."

How much mana does Tablet of the Guilds cost to cast? Basics

Tablet of the Guilds has a mana cost of {2}, which equals 2.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It is a colorless card and can be cast with any color of mana.

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.

Tablet of the Guilds's mana cost of {2} 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.

Tablet of the Guilds has a mana value of 2.0. 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.

Tablet of the Guilds's current oracle text is: "As this artifact enters, choose two colors. Whenever you cast a spell, if it's at least one of the chosen colors, you gain 1 life for each of the chosen colors it is."

What is the current price of Tablet of the Guilds? Pricing

The current market price for Tablet of the Guilds is approximately $0.2 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $7.47 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.28 EUR.

Where can I buy Tablet of the Guilds? Pricing

You can purchase Tablet of the Guilds 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.

Tablet of the Guilds normal: $0.2 | foil: $7.47

Is Tablet of the Guilds legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Tablet of the Guilds in Standard is not available.

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

Is Tablet of the Guilds legal in Modern? Legality

Tablet of the Guilds is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Tablet of the Guilds legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Tablet of the Guilds 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 Tablet of the Guilds legal in Pioneer? Legality

Tablet of the Guilds is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Tablet of the Guilds legal in Legacy? Legality

Tablet of the Guilds is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Tablet of the Guilds legal in Vintage? Legality

Tablet of the Guilds 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 Tablet of the Guilds legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Tablet of the Guilds 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 Tablet of the Guilds from? Details

This printing of Tablet of the Guilds is from RTR (RTR), with collector number 235.

Tablet of the Guilds may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Tablet of the Guilds's rarity? Details

Tablet of the Guilds is a uncommon card in RTR.

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

Who illustrated Tablet of the Guilds? Details

Tablet of the Guilds was illustrated by Nic Klein.

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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