Defense Grid
Magic: The Gathering | 8th Edition - Singles
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Card details and other printings
| Rarity | R |
| Number | 296 |
| Printed in | Magic: The Gathering | 8th Edition |
| Other Versions | |
| Type | Artifact |
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About Defense Grid
Defense Grid from 8th Edition is currently available from around $5.87. This panel brings together mana value, rules text, format signals, and set details in one place.
Mana Cost
Mana Value 2Card Text
Each spell costs 
more to cast except during its controller's turn.
Flavor Text
"A good deal of tyranny goes by the name of protection." —Crystal Eastman, "Equality or Protection"
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is Defense Grid worth?
Defense Grid is currently shown on Card Synced from about $5.87 for 8th Edition. This is a live floor on active listings. For MTG singles, foil status and rarity generally have the biggest impact on spread.
Defense Grid has 4 other tracked printings in other sets or variants, so you can compare across editions before buying.
Is Defense Grid legal in Commander?
Defense Grid is legal in Commander. It is also legal in Modern.
Is Defense Grid legal in Modern, Pioneer, or Vintage?
This card can differ across formats. Card Synced shows a live legality snapshot from Oracle and updates it as rulings change. Use the legality table above to confirm full format details before buying.
Is Defense Grid on the Reserved List?
No. Defense Grid is not on the Reserved List. That can affect long-term scarcity and collector demand.
What is Defense Grid in-game text?
In game, Defense Grid is a Artifact with text that starts: "Each spell costs {3} more to cast except during its controller's turn.".
How popular is Defense Grid in Commander decks?
Defense Grid ranks #1,929 on EDHREC for Commander inclusion, which is a proxy for market demand and practical deck usage.
Other Printings of Defense Grid
This card has been printed in 4 other sets. Compare prices across different editions.
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Searchers looking for Defense Grid legality or value usually care about the same things: current format status, available printings, and whether the card is seeing fresh demand from Commander, Modern, or Pioneer players. This page keeps those signals together.