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Cryptic Gateway

Magic: The Gathering | Onslaught - Singles

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Cryptic Gateway - Magic: The Gathering Onslaught trading card
RarityR
Number306
Printed inMagic: The Gathering | Onslaught
Other Versions
Dominaria Remastered
Available7 items
From$1.65
TypeArtifact

Format Legality

legacy✓vintage✓commander✓

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UStcgosaurusVerified Partner
MP
$1.651
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LP
$1.801
USTier1GamesVerified Partner
NM
$1.991
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MPFoil
$19.501
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NMFoil
$40.501
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About Cryptic Gateway

Cryptic Gateway from Onslaught is currently available from around $1.30. This panel brings together mana value, rules text, format signals, and set details in one place.

Artifact

Mana Cost

{5}Mana Value 5

Card Text

Tap two untapped creatures you control: You may put a creature card from your hand that shares a creature type with each creature tapped this way onto the battlefield.

Flavor Text

Its lock changes to fit each key.

Card Facts

Expansion

Onslaught

Current Floor

$1.30

Rarity

rare

Artist

David Martin

Released

October 2002

EDHREC Rank

#8,282

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is Cryptic Gateway worth?

Cryptic Gateway is currently shown on Card Synced from about $1.30 for Onslaught. This is a live floor on active listings. For MTG singles, foil status and rarity generally have the biggest impact on spread.

Cryptic Gateway has 2 other tracked printings in other sets or variants, so you can compare across editions before buying.

Is Cryptic Gateway legal in Commander?

Cryptic Gateway is legal in Commander. Check the legality table for the full format matrix for this printing.

Is Cryptic Gateway 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 Cryptic Gateway on the Reserved List?

No. Cryptic Gateway is not on the Reserved List. That can affect long-term scarcity and collector demand.

What is Cryptic Gateway in-game text?

In game, Cryptic Gateway is a Artifact with text that starts: "Tap two untapped creatures you control: You may put a creature card from your hand that shares a creature type with each creature tapped this way onto the battlefield.".

How popular is Cryptic Gateway in Commander decks?

Cryptic Gateway ranks #8,282 on EDHREC for Commander inclusion, which is a proxy for market demand and practical deck usage.

Other Printings of Cryptic Gateway

This card has been printed in 2 other sets. Compare prices across different editions.

Cryptic Gateway from Dominaria Remastered

Dominaria Remastered

Cryptic Gateway (Retro Frame) from Dominaria Remastered

Dominaria Remastered

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Searchers looking for Cryptic Gateway 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.

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