Quick Answer

Candlekeep Sage is a common Legendary Enchantment — Background from CLB (CLB) costing {2}{U}. Legal in Commander.

Candlekeep Sage MTG card

Candlekeep Sage

Legendary Enchantment — Background

Card Text

Commander creatures you own have "When this creature enters or leaves the battlefield, draw a card."

You love the smell of dusty tomes, the flicker of candles during late-night reading, and the old texts that bring to life the scholars who have come before.

Card Stats

common CMC: 3.0 CLB CLB 🎨 Kim Sokol

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Format Legality

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

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Other Printings (2 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Candlekeep Sage? Basics

Candlekeep Sage is a Legendary Enchantment — Background card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Commander creatures you own have "When this creature enters or leaves the battlefield, draw a card.""

How much mana does Candlekeep Sage cost to cast? Basics

Candlekeep Sage has a mana cost of {2}{U}, which equals 3.0 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.

Candlekeep Sage's mana cost of {2}{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.

Candlekeep Sage has a mana value of 3.0. 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.

Candlekeep Sage's current oracle text is: "Commander creatures you own have "When this creature enters or leaves the battlefield, draw a card.""

What is the current price of Candlekeep Sage? Pricing

Price data for Candlekeep Sage is currently unavailable. Check TCGPlayer or Card Kingdom for current prices.

Where can I buy Candlekeep Sage? Pricing

You can purchase Candlekeep Sage 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.

Is Candlekeep Sage legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Candlekeep Sage in Standard is not available.

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

Is Candlekeep Sage legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Candlekeep Sage in Modern is not available.

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

Is Candlekeep Sage legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Candlekeep Sage 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 Candlekeep Sage legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Candlekeep Sage in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Candlekeep Sage legal in Legacy? Legality

Candlekeep Sage is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Candlekeep Sage legal in Vintage? Legality

Candlekeep Sage 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 Candlekeep Sage legal in Pauper? Legality

Candlekeep Sage 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 Candlekeep Sage from? Details

This printing of Candlekeep Sage is from CLB (CLB), with collector number 482.

Candlekeep Sage may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Candlekeep Sage's rarity? Details

Candlekeep Sage is a common card in CLB.

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

Who illustrated Candlekeep Sage? Details

Candlekeep Sage was illustrated by Kim Sokol.

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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