Quick Answer

Torch the Witness is a uncommon Sorcery from MKM (MKM) costing {X}{R}. Current price: $0.05 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander. Legal in Standard.

Torch the Witness MTG card

Torch the Witness

Sorcery

Card Text

Torch the Witness deals twice X damage to target creature. If excess damage was dealt to that creature this way, investigate. (Create a Clue token. It's an artifact with "{2}, Sacrifice this token: Draw a card.")

"He was scheduled to meet me tomorrow with something important to share. This was no coincidence." —Algrom of the Foundway Associates

Card Stats

uncommon CMC: 1.0 MKM MKM 🎨 Andrew Mar
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Market Prices

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$0.05
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$0.14
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$0.35
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$0.49
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€0.09
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€0.13
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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
Pioneer Legal
Standard Legal
Standardbrawl Legal
Timeless Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (2 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Torch the Witness? Basics

Torch the Witness is a Sorcery card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Torch the Witness deals twice X damage to target creature. If excess damage was dealt to that creature this way, investigate. (Create a Clue token. It's an artifact with "{2}, Sacrifice this token: Draw a card.")"

How much mana does Torch the Witness cost to cast? Basics

Torch the Witness has a mana cost of {X}{R}, which equals 1.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires R 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.

Torch the Witness's mana cost of {X}{R} 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.

Torch the Witness has a mana value of 1.0. 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.

Torch the Witness's current oracle text is: "Torch the Witness deals twice X damage to target creature. If excess damage was dealt to that creature this way, investigate. (Create a Clue token. It's an artifact with "{2}, Sacrifice this token: Draw a card.")"

What is the current price of Torch the Witness? Pricing

The current market price for Torch the Witness is approximately $0.05 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $0.14 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.09 EUR.

Where can I buy Torch the Witness? Pricing

You can purchase Torch the Witness 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.

Torch the Witness normal: $0.05 | foil: $0.14

Is Torch the Witness legal in Standard? Legality

Torch the Witness is Legal in Standard format.

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

Is Torch the Witness legal in Modern? Legality

Torch the Witness is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Torch the Witness legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Torch the Witness 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 Torch the Witness legal in Pioneer? Legality

Torch the Witness is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Torch the Witness legal in Legacy? Legality

Torch the Witness is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Torch the Witness legal in Vintage? Legality

Torch the Witness 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 Torch the Witness legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Torch the Witness 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 Torch the Witness from? Details

This printing of Torch the Witness is from MKM (MKM), with collector number 146.

Torch the Witness may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Torch the Witness's rarity? Details

Torch the Witness is a uncommon card in MKM.

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

Who illustrated Torch the Witness? Details

Torch the Witness was illustrated by Andrew Mar.

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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