Back to Basics vs Root Cage — MTG Card Comparison
Back to Basics
Nonbasic lands don't untap during their controllers' untap steps.
*"A ruler wears a crown while the rest of us wear hats, but which would you rather have when it's raining?"
—Barrin, *Principia**
Root Cage
Mercenaries don't untap during their controllers' untap steps.
*The Vintara Forest welcomes its enemies with a crushing embrace.*
| Stat | Back to Basics | Root Cage |
|---|---|---|
| Mana Cost | {2}{U} | {1}{G} |
| CMC | 3 | 2 |
| Type | Enchantment | Enchantment |
| Rarity | Rare | Uncommon |
| Set | Ultimate Masters | Prophecy |
| Price (USD) | — | — |
| Standard | ✗ | ✗ |
| Modern | ✗ | ✗ |
| Pioneer | ✗ | ✗ |
| Legacy | ✓ | ✓ |
| Vintage | ✓ | ✓ |
| Commander | ✓ | ✓ |
| Pauper | ✗ | ✗ |
Buy Back to Basics on TCGPlayer
Buy on Amazon
As an Amazon Associate and TCGPlayer affiliate I earn from qualifying purchases.
Buy Root Cage on TCGPlayer
Buy on Amazon
As an Amazon Associate and TCGPlayer affiliate I earn from qualifying purchases.