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Scorched Earth
TMP · Tempest #200 · Rare · released 1997-10-14
{X}{R}
Sorcery
As an additional cost to cast this spell, discard X land cards.
Destroy X target lands.
"Fire cleanses as well as destroys; that is the nature of change."
—Oracle *en*-Vec
Scorched Earth is a rare red sorcery from Tempest (1997). It has been printed 2 times across 2 sets, from 1997 to 2023. Recent market prices range from $0.35 to $0.72 depending on printing and finish. It is legal in Legacy, Vintage, Commander and Oathbreaker.
USD$0.72
Format legality
Where you can play Scorched Earth 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 (2)
Prices range from $0.35 to $0.72 across finishes. Cheapest printing: The List at $0.35.
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Rulings
Official rulings from Wizards of the Coast (1).
- 2004-10-04X can be zero to destroy no lands.
Frequently asked questions
Is Scorched Earth legal in Commander?
Yes — Scorched Earth is legal in Commander (EDH).
What formats is Scorched Earth legal in?
Scorched Earth is legal in Legacy, Vintage, Commander and Oathbreaker.
How many times has Scorched Earth been printed?
Scorched Earth has been printed 2 times across 2 sets, from 1997 to 2023.
What is the cheapest printing of Scorched Earth?
The cheapest printing is The List (#TMP-200) at about $0.35.
Who illustrated Scorched Earth?
This printing of Scorched Earth was illustrated by Nicola Leonard.