Quick Answer

Turf War is a rare Enchantment from NCC (NCC) costing {4}{R}. Current price: $0.1 USD. Legal in Commander.

Turf War MTG card

Turf War

Enchantment

Card Text

When this enchantment enters, for each player, put a contested counter on target land that player controls. Whenever a creature deals combat damage to a player, if that player controls one or more lands with contested counters on them, that creature's controller gains control of one of those lands of their choice and untaps it.

Card Stats

rare CMC: 5.0 NCC NCC 🎨 Victor Adame Minguez

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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 (3 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Turf War? Basics

Turf War is a Enchantment card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "When this enchantment enters, for each player, put a contested counter on target land that player controls. Whenever a creature deals combat damage to a player, if that player controls one or more lands with contested counters on them, that creature's controller gains control of one of those lands of their choice and untaps it."

How much mana does Turf War cost to cast? Basics

Turf War has a mana cost of {4}{R}, which equals 5.0 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.

Turf War's mana cost of {4}{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.

Turf War has a mana value of 5.0. 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.

Turf War's current oracle text is: "When this enchantment enters, for each player, put a contested counter on target land that player controls. Whenever a creature deals combat damage to a player, if that player controls one or more lands with contested counters on them, that creature's controller gains control of one of those lands of their choice and untaps it."

What is the current price of Turf War? Pricing

The current market price for Turf War is approximately $0.1 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.18 EUR.

Where can I buy Turf War? Pricing

You can purchase Turf War 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 Turf War legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Turf War in Standard is not available.

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

Is Turf War legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Turf War in Modern is not available.

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

Is Turf War legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Turf War 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 Turf War legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Turf War in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Turf War legal in Legacy? Legality

Turf War is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Turf War legal in Vintage? Legality

Turf War 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 Turf War legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Turf War 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 Turf War from? Details

This printing of Turf War is from NCC (NCC), with collector number 54.

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

What is Turf War's rarity? Details

Turf War is a rare card in NCC.

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

Who illustrated Turf War? Details

Turf War was illustrated by Victor Adame Minguez.

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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