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Flickering Ward
TMP · Tempest #19 · Uncommon · released 1997-10-14
{W}
Enchantment — Aura
Enchant creature
As this Aura enters, choose a color.
Enchanted creature has protection from the chosen color. This effect doesn't remove this Aura.
{W}: Return this Aura to its owner's hand.
Flickering Ward is an uncommon white enchantment from Tempest (1997). It has been printed 3 times across 3 sets, from 1997 to 2026. Recent market prices range from $0.42 to $2.74 depending on printing and finish. It is legal in Legacy, Vintage, Commander and Oathbreaker.
USD$3.04
Format legality
Where you can play Flickering Ward in sanctioned and popular formats.
StandardNot legal
PioneerNot legal
ModernNot legal
LegacyLegal
VintageLegal
CommanderLegal
PauperNot legal
OathbreakerLegal
HistoricNot legal
BrawlNot legal
Penny DreadfulNot legal
All printings (3)
Prices range from $0.42 to $2.74 across finishes. Cheapest printing: Secrets of Strixhaven Commander at $0.42.
| Set | No. | Rarity | Price | Foil |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tempest This page | 19 | Uncommon | $2.74 | — |
| Mystery Booster 2 | 11 | Uncommon | $0.53 | — |
| Secrets of Strixhaven Commander | 109 | Uncommon | $0.42 | — |
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Rulings
Official rulings from Wizards of the Coast (1).
- 2009-10-01If you choose White, the enchanted creature will have Protection from White. This will cause any other white Auras attached to that creature to be put into their owner's graveyard, but Flickering Ward will remain on the battlefield.
Frequently asked questions
Is Flickering Ward legal in Commander?
Yes — Flickering Ward is legal in Commander (EDH).
What formats is Flickering Ward legal in?
Flickering Ward is legal in Legacy, Vintage, Commander and Oathbreaker.
How many times has Flickering Ward been printed?
Flickering Ward has been printed 3 times across 3 sets, from 1997 to 2026.
What is the cheapest printing of Flickering Ward?
The cheapest printing is Secrets of Strixhaven Commander (#109) at about $0.42.
Who illustrated Flickering Ward?
This printing of Flickering Ward was illustrated by Greg Simanson.