Quick Answer

Word of Seizing is a rare Instant from C14 (C14) costing {3}{R}{R}. Current price: $0.23 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Word of Seizing MTG card

Word of Seizing

Instant

Card Text

Split second (As long as this spell is on the stack, players can't cast spells or activate abilities that aren't mana abilities.) Untap target permanent and gain control of it until end of turn. It gains haste until end of turn.

"Obey!"

Card Stats

rare CMC: 5.0 C14 C14 🎨 Vance Kovacs
Split second

Market Prices

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$0.23
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$0.49
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€0.24
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€0.15
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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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Other Printings (5 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Word of Seizing? Basics

Word of Seizing is a Instant card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Split second (As long as this spell is on the stack, players can't cast spells or activate abilities that aren't mana abilities.) Untap target permanent and gain control of it until end of turn. It gains haste until end of turn."

How much mana does Word of Seizing cost to cast? Basics

Word of Seizing has a mana cost of {3}{R}{R}, which equals 5.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires R 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.

Word of Seizing's mana cost of {3}{R}{R} 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.

Word of Seizing has a mana value of 5.0. 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.

Word of Seizing's current oracle text is: "Split second (As long as this spell is on the stack, players can't cast spells or activate abilities that aren't mana abilities.) Untap target permanent and gain control of it until end of turn. It gains haste until end of turn."

What is the current price of Word of Seizing? Pricing

The current market price for Word of Seizing is approximately $0.23 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.24 EUR.

Where can I buy Word of Seizing? Pricing

You can purchase Word of Seizing 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 Word of Seizing legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Word of Seizing in Standard is not available.

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

Is Word of Seizing legal in Modern? Legality

Word of Seizing is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Word of Seizing legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Word of Seizing 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 Word of Seizing legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Word of Seizing in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Word of Seizing legal in Legacy? Legality

Word of Seizing is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Word of Seizing legal in Vintage? Legality

Word of Seizing 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 Word of Seizing legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Word of Seizing 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 Word of Seizing from? Details

This printing of Word of Seizing is from C14 (C14), with collector number 185.

Word of Seizing may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Word of Seizing's rarity? Details

Word of Seizing is a rare card in C14.

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

Who illustrated Word of Seizing? Details

Word of Seizing was illustrated by Vance Kovacs.

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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