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Casting Cost Beginner

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Also known as: Mana Cost

See Mana Cost. The amount and type of mana required to play a spell from your hand. Sometimes called “mana value” when referring to the total converted cost.

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Mana Cost The amount and type of mana required to cast a spell, shown in the upper right corner of the card. A mana cost of 2UU means you need two mana of any color plus two blue mana (four total). Also informally called “casting cost.” Deckbuilding Beginner

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