Quick Answer

Wall of Runes is a common Creature — Wall from ANB (ANB) costing {U}. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Wall of Runes MTG card

Wall of Runes

Creature — Wall

Card Text

Defender (This creature can't attack.) When this creature enters, scry 1. (Look at the top card of your library. You may put that card on the bottom.)

Card Stats

0/4 common CMC: 1.0 ANB ANB 🎨 Zezhou Chen
Defender Scry

Format Legality

Brawl Legal
Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Gladiator Legal
Historic Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Pauper Legal
Paupercommander Legal
Penny Legal
Pioneer Legal
Timeless Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (3 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Wall of Runes? Basics

Wall of Runes is a Creature — Wall card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Defender (This creature can't attack.) When this creature enters, scry 1. (Look at the top card of your library. You may put that card on the bottom.)"

How much mana does Wall of Runes cost to cast? Basics

Wall of Runes has a mana cost of {U}, which equals 1.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires U 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.

Wall of Runes's mana cost of {U} 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.

Wall of Runes 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.

Wall of Runes's current oracle text is: "Defender (This creature can't attack.) When this creature enters, scry 1. (Look at the top card of your library. You may put that card on the bottom.)"

What is the current price of Wall of Runes? Pricing

Price data for Wall of Runes is currently unavailable. Check TCGPlayer or Card Kingdom for current prices.

Where can I buy Wall of Runes? Pricing

You can purchase Wall of Runes 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 Wall of Runes legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Wall of Runes in Standard is not available.

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

Is Wall of Runes legal in Modern? Legality

Wall of Runes is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Wall of Runes legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Wall of Runes 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 Wall of Runes legal in Pioneer? Legality

Wall of Runes is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Wall of Runes legal in Legacy? Legality

Wall of Runes is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Wall of Runes legal in Vintage? Legality

Wall of Runes 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 Wall of Runes legal in Pauper? Legality

Wall of Runes 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 Wall of Runes from? Details

This printing of Wall of Runes is from ANB (ANB), with collector number 37.

Wall of Runes may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Wall of Runes's rarity? Details

Wall of Runes is a common card in ANB.

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

Who illustrated Wall of Runes? Details

Wall of Runes was illustrated by Zezhou Chen.

Magic: The Gathering features artwork from hundreds of talented artists, and many cards have been reprinted with new art over the years.

What is Wall of Runes's power and toughness? Details

Wall of Runes is a 0/4 creature.

Power (0) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (4) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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