Quick Answer

Ward of Bones is a rare Artifact from EVE (EVE) costing {6}. Current price: $17.88 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Ward of Bones MTG card

Ward of Bones

Artifact

Card Text

Each opponent who controls more creatures than you can't cast creature spells. The same is true for artifacts and enchantments. Each opponent who controls more lands than you can't play lands.

Mages dare not attempt magic in its grotesque presence.

Card Stats

rare CMC: 6.0 EVE EVE 🎨 David Martin

Market Prices

TCGPlayer
$17.88
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TCGPlayer
$102.63
Foil
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Card Kingdom
$18.99
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Card Kingdom
$94.99
Foil
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Cardmarket
€9.65
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Cardmarket
€33.72
Foil
Buy
Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Penny Legal
Predh Legal
Vintage Legal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ward of Bones? Basics

Ward of Bones is a Artifact card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Each opponent who controls more creatures than you can't cast creature spells. The same is true for artifacts and enchantments. Each opponent who controls more lands than you can't play lands."

How much mana does Ward of Bones cost to cast? Basics

Ward of Bones has a mana cost of {6}, which equals 6.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It is a colorless card and can be cast with any color of mana.

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.

Ward of Bones's mana cost of {6} 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.

Ward of Bones has a mana value of 6.0. 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.

Ward of Bones's current oracle text is: "Each opponent who controls more creatures than you can't cast creature spells. The same is true for artifacts and enchantments. Each opponent who controls more lands than you can't play lands."

What is the current price of Ward of Bones? Pricing

The current market price for Ward of Bones is approximately $17.88 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $102.63 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €9.65 EUR.

Where can I buy Ward of Bones? Pricing

You can purchase Ward of Bones 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.

Ward of Bones normal: $17.88 | foil: $102.63

Is Ward of Bones legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Ward of Bones in Standard is not available.

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

Is Ward of Bones legal in Modern? Legality

Ward of Bones is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Ward of Bones legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Ward of Bones 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 Ward of Bones legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Ward of Bones in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Ward of Bones legal in Legacy? Legality

Ward of Bones is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Ward of Bones legal in Vintage? Legality

Ward of Bones 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 Ward of Bones legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Ward of Bones 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 Ward of Bones from? Details

This printing of Ward of Bones is from EVE (EVE), with collector number 174.

Ward of Bones may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Ward of Bones's rarity? Details

Ward of Bones is a rare card in EVE.

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

Who illustrated Ward of Bones? Details

Ward of Bones was illustrated by David Martin.

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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