Quick Answer

The Bean is a common Plane — Chicago from PUNK (PUNK).

The Bean MTG card

The Bean

Plane — Chicago

Card Text

When you planeswalk here, each player chooses a creature they control and creates a token that's a copy of it, except it's a Reflection in addition to its other types. All Reflections have shadow. (They can block or be blocked only by creatures with shadow.) Whenever chaos ensues, create a token that's a copy of a creature you control, except it's a Reflection in addition to its other types.

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common PUNK PUNK

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Bean? Basics

The Bean is a Plane — Chicago card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "When you planeswalk here, each player chooses a creature they control and creates a token that's a copy of it, except it's a Reflection in addition to its other types. All Reflections have shadow. (They can block or be blocked only by creatures with shadow.) Whenever chaos ensues, create a token that's a copy of a creature you control, except it's a Reflection in addition to its other types."

How much mana does The Bean cost to cast? Basics

The Bean has a mana cost of 0, which equals 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.

The Bean's mana cost of 0 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.

The Bean has a mana value of 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.

The Bean's current oracle text is: "When you planeswalk here, each player chooses a creature they control and creates a token that's a copy of it, except it's a Reflection in addition to its other types. All Reflections have shadow. (They can block or be blocked only by creatures with shadow.) Whenever chaos ensues, create a token that's a copy of a creature you control, except it's a Reflection in addition to its other types."

What is the current price of The Bean? Pricing

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

Where can I buy The Bean? Pricing

You can purchase The Bean 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 The Bean legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for The Bean in Standard is not available.

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

Is The Bean legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for The Bean in Modern is not available.

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

Is The Bean legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Format legality information for The Bean in Commander is not available.

Commander is a casual multiplayer format where you build a 100-card singleton deck around a legendary creature.

Is The Bean legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for The Bean in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is The Bean legal in Legacy? Legality

Format legality information for The Bean in Legacy is not available.

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

Is The Bean legal in Vintage? Legality

Format legality information for The Bean in Vintage is not available.

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 The Bean legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for The Bean 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 The Bean from? Details

This printing of The Bean is from PUNK (PUNK), with collector number PLA002.

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

What is The Bean's rarity? Details

The Bean is a common card in PUNK.

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

Who illustrated The Bean? Details

The Bean was illustrated by an unknown artist.

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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