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Compulsive Research
CNS · Conspiracy #93 · Common · released 2014-06-06
{2}{U}
Sorcery
Target player draws three cards. Then that player discards two cards unless they discard a land card.
"Four parts molten bronze, yes . . . one part frozen mercury, yes, yes . . . but then what?"
Compulsive Research is a common blue sorcery from Conspiracy (2014). It has been printed 14 times across 12 sets, from 2005 to 2025. Recent market prices range from $0.05 to $1.86 depending on printing and finish. It is legal in Modern, Legacy, Vintage, Commander, Pauper, Oathbreaker, Historic, Brawl and Penny Dreadful.
USD$0.13
USD Foil$1.79
Format legality
Where you can play Compulsive Research in sanctioned and popular formats.
StandardNot legal
PioneerNot legal
ModernLegal
LegacyLegal
VintageLegal
CommanderLegal
PauperLegal
OathbreakerLegal
HistoricLegal
BrawlLegal
Penny DreadfulLegal
All printings (14)
Prices range from $0.05 to $1.86 across finishes. Cheapest printing: Modern Masters 2017 at $0.05.
| Set | No. | Rarity | Price | Foil |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ravnica: City of Guilds | 40 | Common | $0.22 | $1.86 |
| Magic Online Theme Decks | A19 | Common | — | — |
| Conspiracy This page | 93 | Common | $0.13 | $1.79 |
| Commander 2014 | 102 | Common | $0.20 | — |
| Legendary Cube Prize Pack | 21 | Uncommon | — | — |
| Modern Masters 2017 | 33 | Uncommon | $0.05 | $0.57 |
| Archenemy: Nicol Bolas | 23 | Common | $0.26 | — |
| Commander Legends | 394 | Common | $0.21 | — |
| Strixhaven Mystical Archive | 77 | Rare | $0.88 | $1.54 |
| Strixhaven Mystical Archive | 14 | Rare | $0.33 | $0.45 |
| Commander Legends: Battle for Baldur's Gate | 715 | Common | $0.25 | — |
| Ravnica Remastered | 311 | Common | $0.20 | $0.25 |
| Ravnica Remastered | 38 | Common | $0.18 | $0.31 |
| Tarkir: Dragonstorm Commander | 147 | Common | $0.30 | — |
More from Conspiracy
Rulings
Official rulings from Wizards of the Coast (1).
- 2017-03-14The target player can discard either one land card or two cards which may or may not be lands. The player can discard one land and one other card or two land cards if they choose.
Frequently asked questions
Is Compulsive Research legal in Commander?
Yes — Compulsive Research is legal in Commander (EDH).
What formats is Compulsive Research legal in?
Compulsive Research is legal in Modern, Legacy, Vintage, Commander, Pauper, Oathbreaker, Historic, Brawl and Penny Dreadful.
How many times has Compulsive Research been printed?
Compulsive Research has been printed 14 times across 12 sets, from 2005 to 2025.
What is the cheapest printing of Compulsive Research?
The cheapest printing is Modern Masters 2017 (#33) at about $0.05.
Who illustrated Compulsive Research?
This printing of Compulsive Research was illustrated by Michael Sutfin.