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Monologue Tax
SOC · Secrets of Strixhaven Commander #157 · Rare · released 2026-04-24
{2}{W}
Enchantment
Whenever an opponent casts their second spell each turn, you create a Treasure token.
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Monologue Tax is a rare white enchantment from Secrets of Strixhaven Commander (2026). It has been printed 9 times across 7 sets, from 2021 to 2026. Recent market prices range from $1.10 to $8.41 depending on printing and finish. It is legal in Legacy, Vintage, Commander, Oathbreaker, Historic and Brawl.
USD$2.59
Format legality
Where you can play Monologue Tax in sanctioned and popular formats.
StandardNot legal
PioneerNot legal
ModernNot legal
LegacyLegal
VintageLegal
CommanderLegal
PauperNot legal
OathbreakerLegal
HistoricLegal
BrawlLegal
Penny DreadfulNot legal
All printings (9)
Prices range from $1.10 to $8.41 across finishes. Cheapest printing: Marvel Super Heroes Commander at $1.10.
| Set | No. | Rarity | Price | Foil |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Commander 2021 | 346 | Rare | $8.41 | — |
| Commander 2021 | 19 | Rare | $3.14 | — |
| Magic Online Promos | 90006 | Rare | — | — |
| The List | C21-19 | Rare | $3.62 | — |
| Duskmourn: House of Horror Commander | 100 | Rare | $2.17 | — |
| Secret Lair Drop | 1838 | Rare | $5.06 | — |
| Secrets of Strixhaven Commander This page | 157 | Rare | $2.45 | — |
| Marvel Super Heroes Commander | 317 | Rare | $3.09 | — |
| Marvel Super Heroes Commander | 139 | Rare | $1.10 | — |
More from Secrets of Strixhaven Commander
Rulings
Official rulings from Wizards of the Coast (3).
- 2021-04-16Nothing special happens on the third spell, fourth spell, and so on.
- 2021-04-16It doesn't matter if Monologue Tax was on the battlefield for the first spell. It also doesn't matter if that first spell resolved or not.
- 2021-04-16The ability can trigger once each turn for each opponent.
Frequently asked questions
Is Monologue Tax legal in Commander?
Yes — Monologue Tax is legal in Commander (EDH).
What formats is Monologue Tax legal in?
Monologue Tax is legal in Legacy, Vintage, Commander, Oathbreaker, Historic and Brawl.
How many times has Monologue Tax been printed?
Monologue Tax has been printed 9 times across 7 sets, from 2021 to 2026.
What is the cheapest printing of Monologue Tax?
The cheapest printing is Marvel Super Heroes Commander (#139) at about $1.10.
Who illustrated Monologue Tax?
This printing of Monologue Tax was illustrated by Justine Cruz.