The Ancient One — Frequently Asked Questions
8 common questions about The Ancient One in MTG — View The Ancient One
What does The Ancient One do?
The Ancient One is a Legendary Creature — Spirit God. Its Oracle text reads: "Descend 8 — The Ancient One can't attack or block unless there are eight or more permanent cards in your graveyard. 2UB: Draw a card, then discard a card. When you discard a card this way, target player mills cards equal to its mana value." — view the full Oracle text on Scryfall.
What type of card is The Ancient One?
The Ancient One is a Legendary Creature — Spirit God. It is a Mythic Rare card from the The Lost Caverns of Ixalan set. Learn more about Mill in our MTG wiki.
What format is The Ancient One legal in?
How much does The Ancient One cost?
The current market price for The Ancient One is approximately $2.64 USD. Prices fluctuate based on demand, format legality, and new set releases. View the latest price and price history chart. Buy on TCGPlayer.
What set is The Ancient One from?
The Ancient One was printed in The Lost Caverns of Ixalan. Browse all cards from The Lost Caverns of Ixalan.
Is The Ancient One good in Commander?
Yes, The Ancient One is legal in Commander. Learn more about the Commander format in our wiki.
What cards are similar to The Ancient One?
There are 20 cards similar to The Ancient One with comparable effects or strategies. Some notable alternatives include Evie Frye, Matzalantli, the Great Door // The Core, Raving Visionary. View all cards similar to The Ancient One.
What are budget alternatives to The Ancient One?
Since The Ancient One costs $2.64, you may want to explore more affordable alternatives under $2 that fill a similar role in your deck. View budget alternatives to The Ancient One.
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