Quick Answer

They Went This Way is a common Sorcery from MKM (MKM) costing {2}{G}. Current price: $0.07 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander. Legal in Standard.

They Went This Way MTG card

They Went This Way

Sorcery

Card Text

Search your library for a basic land card, put it onto the battlefield tapped, then shuffle. Investigate. (Create a Clue token. It's an artifact with "{2}, Sacrifice this token: Draw a card.")

"Running doesn't prove guilt, but innocent people don't typically flee into the North Ridge Forest." —Alst of the Foundway Associates

Card Stats

common CMC: 3.0 MKM MKM 🎨 Andreas Zafiratos
Investigate

Market Prices

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$0.07
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$0.10
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Card Kingdom
$0.35
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$0.49
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€0.02
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€0.11
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Brawl Legal
Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Future Legal
Gladiator Legal
Historic Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Pauper Legal
Paupercommander Legal
Pioneer Legal
Standard Legal
Standardbrawl Legal
Timeless Legal
Vintage Legal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is They Went This Way? Basics

They Went This Way is a Sorcery card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Search your library for a basic land card, put it onto the battlefield tapped, then shuffle. Investigate. (Create a Clue token. It's an artifact with "{2}, Sacrifice this token: Draw a card.")"

How much mana does They Went This Way cost to cast? Basics

They Went This Way has a mana cost of {2}{G}, which equals 3.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires G 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.

They Went This Way's mana cost of {2}{G} 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.

They Went This Way has a mana value of 3.0. 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.

They Went This Way's current oracle text is: "Search your library for a basic land card, put it onto the battlefield tapped, then shuffle. Investigate. (Create a Clue token. It's an artifact with "{2}, Sacrifice this token: Draw a card.")"

What is the current price of They Went This Way? Pricing

The current market price for They Went This Way is approximately $0.07 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $0.1 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.02 EUR.

Where can I buy They Went This Way? Pricing

You can purchase They Went This Way 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.

They Went This Way normal: $0.07 | foil: $0.1

Is They Went This Way legal in Standard? Legality

They Went This Way is Legal in Standard format.

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

Is They Went This Way legal in Modern? Legality

They Went This Way is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is They Went This Way legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

They Went This Way 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 They Went This Way legal in Pioneer? Legality

They Went This Way is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is They Went This Way legal in Legacy? Legality

They Went This Way is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is They Went This Way legal in Vintage? Legality

They Went This Way 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 They Went This Way legal in Pauper? Legality

They Went This Way is Legal in Pauper format.

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 They Went This Way from? Details

This printing of They Went This Way is from MKM (MKM), with collector number 178.

They Went This Way may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is They Went This Way's rarity? Details

They Went This Way is a common card in MKM.

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

Who illustrated They Went This Way? Details

They Went This Way was illustrated by Andreas Zafiratos.

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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