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Brainstorm
Magic: The Gathering | Ice Age - Singles
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Card details and other printings
| Rarity | C |
| Number | 61 |
| Printed in | Magic: The Gathering | Ice Age |
| Other Versions | |
| Type | Instant |
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Card Profilecommon
About Brainstorm
Brainstorm from Ice Age is currently available from around $1.54. This panel brings together mana value, rules text, format signals, and set details in one place.
Instant
Mana Cost
Mana Value 1Color Identity
BlueCard Text
Draw three cards, then put two cards from your hand on top of your library in any order.
Flavor Text
"I reeled from the blow, and then suddenly, I knew exactly what to do. Within moments, victory was mine." —Gustha Ebbasdotter, Kjeldoran Royal Mage
Card Facts
Expansion
Ice Age
Current Floor
$1.54
Rarity
common
Artist
Christopher Rush
Released
June 1995
EDHREC Rank
#72
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is Brainstorm worth?
Brainstorm is currently shown on Card Synced from about $1.54 for Ice Age. This is a live floor on active listings. For MTG singles, foil status and rarity generally have the biggest impact on spread.
Brainstorm has 6 other tracked printings in other sets or variants, so you can compare across editions before buying.
Is Brainstorm legal in Commander?
Brainstorm is legal in Commander. Check the legality table for the full format matrix for this printing.
Is Brainstorm 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 Brainstorm on the Reserved List?
No. Brainstorm is not on the Reserved List. That can affect long-term scarcity and collector demand.
What is Brainstorm in-game text?
In game, Brainstorm is a Instant with text that starts: "Draw three cards, then put two cards from your hand on top of your library in any order.".
How popular is Brainstorm in Commander decks?
Brainstorm ranks #72 on EDHREC for Commander inclusion, which is a proxy for market demand and practical deck usage.
Other Printings of Brainstorm
This card has been printed in 6 other sets. Compare prices across different editions.
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Brainstorm ranks #72 on EDHREC, making it a popular choice for Commander players. Browse our selection to find the best deal.
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Searchers looking for Brainstorm 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.