Quick Answer

TARDIS is a rare Artifact — Vehicle from PF23 (PF23) costing {2}. Legal in Commander.

TARDIS MTG card

TARDIS

Artifact — Vehicle

Card Text

Flying Whenever this Vehicle attacks, if you control a Time Lord, the next spell you cast this turn has cascade and you may planeswalk. Crew 2 (Tap any number of creatures you control with total power 2 or more: This Vehicle becomes an artifact creature until end of turn.)

Card Stats

2/4 rare CMC: 2.0 PF23 PF23 🎨 Chris Ostrowski
Crew Flying

Market Prices

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$6.97
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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 (5 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is TARDIS? Basics

TARDIS is a Artifact — Vehicle card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Flying Whenever this Vehicle attacks, if you control a Time Lord, the next spell you cast this turn has cascade and you may planeswalk. Crew 2 (Tap any number of creatures you control with total power 2 or more: This Vehicle becomes an artifact creature until end of turn.)"

How much mana does TARDIS cost to cast? Basics

TARDIS 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.

TARDIS'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.

TARDIS 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.

TARDIS's current oracle text is: "Flying Whenever this Vehicle attacks, if you control a Time Lord, the next spell you cast this turn has cascade and you may planeswalk. Crew 2 (Tap any number of creatures you control with total power 2 or more: This Vehicle becomes an artifact creature until end of turn.)"

What is the current price of TARDIS? Pricing

Price data for TARDIS is currently unavailable. Check TCGPlayer or Card Kingdom for current prices.

Where can I buy TARDIS? Pricing

You can purchase TARDIS 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 TARDIS legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for TARDIS in Standard is not available.

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

Is TARDIS legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for TARDIS in Modern is not available.

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

Is TARDIS legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

TARDIS 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 TARDIS legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for TARDIS in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is TARDIS legal in Legacy? Legality

TARDIS is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is TARDIS legal in Vintage? Legality

TARDIS 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 TARDIS legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for TARDIS 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 TARDIS from? Details

This printing of TARDIS is from PF23 (PF23), with collector number 4.

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

What is TARDIS's rarity? Details

TARDIS is a rare card in PF23.

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

Who illustrated TARDIS? Details

TARDIS was illustrated by Chris Ostrowski.

Magic: The Gathering features artwork from hundreds of talented artists, and many cards have been reprinted with new art over the years.

What is TARDIS's power and toughness? Details

TARDIS is a 2/4 creature.

Power (2) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (4) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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