Quick Answer

Visions of Dread is a rare Sorcery from MIC (MIC) costing {2}{B}. Current price: $0.16 USD. Legal in Commander.

Visions of Dread MTG card

Visions of Dread

Sorcery

Card Text

Target opponent puts a creature card of their choice from their graveyard onto the battlefield under your control. Flashback {8}{B}{B}. This spell costs {X} less to cast this way, where X is the greatest mana value of a commander you own on the battlefield or in the command zone. (You may cast this card from your graveyard for its flashback cost. Then exile it.)

Card Stats

rare CMC: 3.0 MIC MIC 🎨 Andrew Mar
Flashback

Market Prices

TCGPlayer
$0.16
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Card Kingdom
$0.49
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Cardmarket
€0.16
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€0.02
Foil
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Prices updated: 2025-12-08

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (2 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Visions of Dread? Basics

Visions of Dread is a Sorcery card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Target opponent puts a creature card of their choice from their graveyard onto the battlefield under your control. Flashback {8}{B}{B}. This spell costs {X} less to cast this way, where X is the greatest mana value of a commander you own on the battlefield or in the command zone. (You may cast this card from your graveyard for its flashback cost. Then exile it.)"

How much mana does Visions of Dread cost to cast? Basics

Visions of Dread has a mana cost of {2}{B}, which equals 3.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires B 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.

Visions of Dread's mana cost of {2}{B} 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.

Visions of Dread 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.

Visions of Dread's current oracle text is: "Target opponent puts a creature card of their choice from their graveyard onto the battlefield under your control. Flashback {8}{B}{B}. This spell costs {X} less to cast this way, where X is the greatest mana value of a commander you own on the battlefield or in the command zone. (You may cast this card from your graveyard for its flashback cost. Then exile it.)"

What is the current price of Visions of Dread? Pricing

The current market price for Visions of Dread is approximately $0.16 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.16 EUR.

Where can I buy Visions of Dread? Pricing

You can purchase Visions of Dread 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 Visions of Dread legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Visions of Dread in Standard is not available.

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

Is Visions of Dread legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Visions of Dread in Modern is not available.

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

Is Visions of Dread legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Visions of Dread 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 Visions of Dread legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Visions of Dread in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Visions of Dread legal in Legacy? Legality

Visions of Dread is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Visions of Dread legal in Vintage? Legality

Visions of Dread 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 Visions of Dread legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Visions of Dread 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 Visions of Dread from? Details

This printing of Visions of Dread is from MIC (MIC), with collector number 34.

Visions of Dread may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Visions of Dread's rarity? Details

Visions of Dread is a rare card in MIC.

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

Who illustrated Visions of Dread? Details

Visions of Dread 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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