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Ward of Bones — Eventide

Ward of Bones

EVE · Eventide #174 · Rare · released 2008-07-25

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Artifact
Each opponent who controls more creatures than you can't cast creature spells. The same is true for artifacts and enchantments. Each opponent who controls more lands than you can't play lands.
Mages dare not attempt magic in its grotesque presence.

Ward of Bones is a rare artifact from Eventide (2008). It has been printed 4 times across 2 sets, from 2008 to 2026. Recent market prices range from $28.53 to $95.99 depending on printing and finish. It is legal in Modern, Legacy, Vintage, Commander, Oathbreaker and Penny Dreadful.

USD$28.71
USD Foil$96.74
IllustratorDavid Martin
LanguageEN
Layoutnormal
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Format legality

Where you can play Ward of Bones in sanctioned and popular formats.

All printings (4)

Prices range from $28.53 to $95.99 across finishes. Cheapest printing: Eventide at $28.53.

SetNo.RarityPriceFoil
Eventide This page174Rare$28.53$95.99
The Zeta Set359Rare
The Zeta Set238Rare
The Zeta Set117Rare

Rulings

Official rulings from Wizards of the Coast (1).

  • 2008-08-01Spelling this out completely: — Each opponent who controls more creatures than you can’t play creature cards. — Each opponent who controls more artifacts than you can’t play artifact cards. — Each opponent who controls more enchantments than you can’t play enchantment cards. — Each opponent who controls more lands than you can’t play land cards.

Frequently asked questions

Is Ward of Bones legal in Commander?
Yes — Ward of Bones is legal in Commander (EDH).
What formats is Ward of Bones legal in?
Ward of Bones is legal in Modern, Legacy, Vintage, Commander, Oathbreaker and Penny Dreadful.
How many times has Ward of Bones been printed?
Ward of Bones has been printed 4 times across 2 sets, from 2008 to 2026.
What is the cheapest printing of Ward of Bones?
The cheapest printing is Eventide (#174) at about $28.53.
Who illustrated Ward of Bones?
This printing of Ward of Bones was illustrated by David Martin.