Quick Answer

Vines of the Recluse is a common Instant from CLU (CLU) costing {G}. Current price: $0.16 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Vines of the Recluse MTG card

Vines of the Recluse

Instant

Card Text

Target creature gets +1/+2 and gains reach until end of turn. Untap it. (A creature with reach can block creatures with flying.)

"The most elegant solutions are found in nature. You just have to know where to look."

Card Stats

common CMC: 1.0 CLU CLU 🎨 Dan Murayama Scott

Market Prices

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$0.16
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$0.35
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€0.09
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Pauper Legal
Paupercommander Legal
Penny Legal
Pioneer Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (4 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Vines of the Recluse? Basics

Vines of the Recluse is a Instant card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Target creature gets +1/+2 and gains reach until end of turn. Untap it. (A creature with reach can block creatures with flying.)"

How much mana does Vines of the Recluse cost to cast? Basics

Vines of the Recluse has a mana cost of {G}, which equals 1.0 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.

Vines of the Recluse's mana cost of {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.

Vines of the Recluse 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.

Vines of the Recluse's current oracle text is: "Target creature gets +1/+2 and gains reach until end of turn. Untap it. (A creature with reach can block creatures with flying.)"

What is the current price of Vines of the Recluse? Pricing

The current market price for Vines of the Recluse is approximately $0.16 USD on TCGPlayer.

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

Where can I buy Vines of the Recluse? Pricing

You can purchase Vines of the Recluse 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 Vines of the Recluse legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Vines of the Recluse in Standard is not available.

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

Is Vines of the Recluse legal in Modern? Legality

Vines of the Recluse is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Vines of the Recluse legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Vines of the Recluse 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 Vines of the Recluse legal in Pioneer? Legality

Vines of the Recluse is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Vines of the Recluse legal in Legacy? Legality

Vines of the Recluse is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Vines of the Recluse legal in Vintage? Legality

Vines of the Recluse 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 Vines of the Recluse legal in Pauper? Legality

Vines of the Recluse 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 Vines of the Recluse from? Details

This printing of Vines of the Recluse is from CLU (CLU), with collector number 178.

Vines of the Recluse may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Vines of the Recluse's rarity? Details

Vines of the Recluse is a common card in CLU.

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

Who illustrated Vines of the Recluse? Details

Vines of the Recluse was illustrated by Dan Murayama Scott.

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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