The Maelstrom — Frequently Asked Questions
8 common questions about The Maelstrom in MTG — View The Maelstrom
What does The Maelstrom do?
The Maelstrom is a Plane — Alara. Its Oracle text reads: "When you planeswalk to The Maelstrom and at the beginning of your upkeep, you may reveal the top card of your library. If it's a permanent card, you may put it onto the battlefield. If you revealed a card but didn't put it onto the battlefield, put it on the bottom of your library. Whenever chaos ensues, return target permanent card from your graveyard to the battlefield." — view the full Oracle text on Scryfall.
What type of card is The Maelstrom?
The Maelstrom is a Plane — Alara. It is a Common card from the Planechase Anthology Planes set. Learn more about Bounce in our MTG wiki.
What format is The Maelstrom legal in?
Check Gatherer for the official rulings.
How much does The Maelstrom cost?
The current market price for The Maelstrom is approximately $6.03 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 Maelstrom from?
The Maelstrom was printed in Planechase Anthology Planes. Browse all cards from Planechase Anthology Planes.
Is The Maelstrom good in Commander?
The Maelstrom is not legal in Commander.
What cards are similar to The Maelstrom?
There are 20 cards similar to The Maelstrom with comparable effects or strategies. Some notable alternatives include Grove of the Dreampods, The Aether Flues, The Pyramid of Mars. View all cards similar to The Maelstrom.
What are budget alternatives to The Maelstrom?
Since The Maelstrom costs $6.03, you may want to explore more affordable alternatives under $2 that fill a similar role in your deck. View budget alternatives to The Maelstrom.
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