Quick Answer

Wardens of the Cycle is a uncommon Creature — Elf Warlock from FDN (FDN) costing {1}{B}{G}{G}. Current price: $0.07 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander. Legal in Standard.

Wardens of the Cycle MTG card

Wardens of the Cycle

Creature — Elf Warlock

Card Text

Morbid — At the beginning of your end step, if a creature died this turn, choose one — • You gain 2 life. • You draw a card and you lose 1 life.

"The wheel turns, and what meets its end begins again."

Card Stats

3/4 uncommon CMC: 4.0 FDN FDN 🎨 Caroline Gariba
Morbid

Market Prices

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$0.07
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TCGPlayer
$0.15
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Card Kingdom
$0.35
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$0.49
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Cardmarket
€0.19
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Cardmarket
€0.19
Foil
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Alchemy Legal
Brawl Legal
Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Future Legal
Gladiator Legal
Historic Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Pioneer Legal
Standard Legal
Standardbrawl Legal
Timeless Legal
Vintage Legal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Wardens of the Cycle? Basics

Wardens of the Cycle is a Creature — Elf Warlock card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Morbid — At the beginning of your end step, if a creature died this turn, choose one — • You gain 2 life. • You draw a card and you lose 1 life."

How much mana does Wardens of the Cycle cost to cast? Basics

Wardens of the Cycle has a mana cost of {1}{B}{G}{G}, which equals 4.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires B, 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.

Wardens of the Cycle's mana cost of {1}{B}{G}{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.

Wardens of the Cycle has a mana value of 4.0. 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.

Wardens of the Cycle's current oracle text is: "Morbid — At the beginning of your end step, if a creature died this turn, choose one — • You gain 2 life. • You draw a card and you lose 1 life."

What is the current price of Wardens of the Cycle? Pricing

The current market price for Wardens of the Cycle is approximately $0.07 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $0.15 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.19 EUR.

Where can I buy Wardens of the Cycle? Pricing

You can purchase Wardens of the Cycle 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.

Wardens of the Cycle normal: $0.07 | foil: $0.15

Is Wardens of the Cycle legal in Standard? Legality

Wardens of the Cycle is Legal in Standard format.

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

Is Wardens of the Cycle legal in Modern? Legality

Wardens of the Cycle is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Wardens of the Cycle legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Wardens of the Cycle 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 Wardens of the Cycle legal in Pioneer? Legality

Wardens of the Cycle is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Wardens of the Cycle legal in Legacy? Legality

Wardens of the Cycle is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Wardens of the Cycle legal in Vintage? Legality

Wardens of the Cycle 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 Wardens of the Cycle legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Wardens of the Cycle 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 Wardens of the Cycle from? Details

This printing of Wardens of the Cycle is from FDN (FDN), with collector number 125.

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

What is Wardens of the Cycle's rarity? Details

Wardens of the Cycle is a uncommon card in FDN.

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

Who illustrated Wardens of the Cycle? Details

Wardens of the Cycle was illustrated by Caroline Gariba.

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

What is Wardens of the Cycle's power and toughness? Details

Wardens of the Cycle is a 3/4 creature.

Power (3) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (4) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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