Quick Answer

Artful Dodge is a common Sorcery from DKA (DKA) costing {U}. Current price: $0.79 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Artful Dodge MTG card

Artful Dodge

Sorcery

Card Text

Target creature can't be blocked this turn. Flashback {U} (You may cast this card from your graveyard for its flashback cost. Then exile it.)

Those who know the alleys and sewers of the Erdwal can disappear like smoke.

Card Stats

common CMC: 1.0 DKA DKA 🎨 Tomasz Jedruszek
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$0.79
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$5.85
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$1.29
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€1.34
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€5.15
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Prices updated: 2025-12-16

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Pauper Legal
Paupercommander Legal
Vintage Legal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Artful Dodge? Basics

Artful Dodge is a Sorcery card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Target creature can't be blocked this turn. Flashback {U} (You may cast this card from your graveyard for its flashback cost. Then exile it.)"

How much mana does Artful Dodge cost to cast? Basics

Artful Dodge has a mana cost of {U}, which equals 1.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires U mana to cast.

What does mana cost mean in Magic: The Gathering? Basics

Mana cost is the amount and type of mana required to cast a spell in Magic: The Gathering.

Artful Dodge's mana cost of {U} means you need to pay that much mana from your lands or other sources.

Colored symbols (W=White, U=Blue, B=Black, R=Red, G=Green) must be paid with that specific color, while numbers can be paid with any color.

What is converted mana cost (CMC) or mana value? Basics

Converted mana cost (now officially called "mana value") is the total amount of mana in a card's mana cost, regardless of color.

Artful Dodge has a mana value of 1.0. This is important for effects that care about a spell's total cost, like cascade or cards that say "mana value 3 or less."

What is oracle text? Basics

Oracle text is the official, current rules text for a Magic card as maintained by Wizards of the Coast. It supersedes any printed text on older cards.

Artful Dodge's current oracle text is: "Target creature can't be blocked this turn. Flashback {U} (You may cast this card from your graveyard for its flashback cost. Then exile it.)"

What is the current price of Artful Dodge? Pricing

The current market price for Artful Dodge is approximately $0.79 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $5.85 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €1.34 EUR.

Where can I buy Artful Dodge? Pricing

You can purchase Artful Dodge from major MTG retailers including:

Prices vary by condition and printing. Check multiple sellers to find the best price.

What is the difference between normal and foil cards? Pricing

Foil cards have a shiny, holographic finish that makes them more collectible. They are functionally identical to normal cards but typically cost more due to their rarity and visual appeal.

Artful Dodge normal: $0.79 | foil: $5.85

Is Artful Dodge legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Artful Dodge in Standard is not available.

Standard is a rotating format that only allows cards from the most recent sets.

Is Artful Dodge legal in Modern? Legality

Artful Dodge is Legal in Modern format.

Modern includes all cards printed in a standard-legal set from 8th Edition forward.

Is Artful Dodge legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Artful Dodge is Legal in Commander (EDH) format.

Commander is a casual multiplayer format where you build a 100-card singleton deck around a legendary creature.

Is Artful Dodge legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Artful Dodge in Pioneer is not available.

Pioneer is a non-rotating format that includes all standard-legal sets from Return to Ravnica forward.

Is Artful Dodge legal in Legacy? Legality

Artful Dodge is Legal in Legacy format.

Legacy allows almost all cards ever printed, with a substantial ban list for balance.

Is Artful Dodge legal in Vintage? Legality

Artful Dodge is Legal in Vintage format.

Vintage is the most permissive format, allowing almost all cards with only a minimal ban list. Some powerful cards are "Restricted" (limited to 1 copy).

Is Artful Dodge legal in Pauper? Legality

Artful Dodge is Legal in Pauper format.

Pauper only allows cards that have been printed at common rarity in a paper or online set.

What is format legality in MTG? Legality

Format legality indicates which official MTG formats allow a card to be played:

  • Legal: Card is allowed in the format
  • Banned: Card is prohibited from play
  • Restricted: Limited to 1 copy (Vintage only)
  • Not Legal: Card was never part of that format's card pool

Different formats have different banned lists based on power level and game balance.

What set is Artful Dodge from? Details

This printing of Artful Dodge is from DKA (DKA), with collector number 27.

Artful Dodge may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Artful Dodge's rarity? Details

Artful Dodge is a common card in DKA.

Card rarity affects both availability and price. From rarest to most common: Mythic Rare → Rare → Uncommon → Common.

Who illustrated Artful Dodge? Details

Artful Dodge was illustrated by Tomasz Jedruszek.

Magic: The Gathering features artwork from hundreds of talented artists, and many cards have been reprinted with new art over the years.

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