Quick Answer

Candles' Glow is a uncommon Instant — Arcane from CHK (CHK) costing {1}{W}. Current price: $0.14 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Candles' Glow MTG card

Candles' Glow

Instant — Arcane

Card Text

Prevent the next 3 damage that would be dealt to any target this turn. You gain life equal to the damage prevented this way. Splice onto Arcane {1}{W} (As you cast an Arcane spell, you may reveal this card from your hand and pay its splice cost. If you do, add this card's effects to that spell.)

Card Stats

uncommon CMC: 2.0 CHK CHK 🎨 Alan Pollack
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$0.14
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$0.67
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$0.35
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$0.49
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€0.08
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€0.37
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Prices updated: 2025-12-16

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Penny Legal
Predh Legal
Vintage Legal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Candles' Glow? Basics

Candles' Glow is a Instant — Arcane card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Prevent the next 3 damage that would be dealt to any target this turn. You gain life equal to the damage prevented this way. Splice onto Arcane {1}{W} (As you cast an Arcane spell, you may reveal this card from your hand and pay its splice cost. If you do, add this card's effects to that spell.)"

How much mana does Candles' Glow cost to cast? Basics

Candles' Glow has a mana cost of {1}{W}, which equals 2.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires W 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.

Candles' Glow's mana cost of {1}{W} 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.

Candles' Glow has a mana value of 2.0. 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.

Candles' Glow's current oracle text is: "Prevent the next 3 damage that would be dealt to any target this turn. You gain life equal to the damage prevented this way. Splice onto Arcane {1}{W} (As you cast an Arcane spell, you may reveal this card from your hand and pay its splice cost. If you do, add this card's effects to that spell.)"

What is the current price of Candles' Glow? Pricing

The current market price for Candles' Glow is approximately $0.14 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $0.67 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.08 EUR.

Where can I buy Candles' Glow? Pricing

You can purchase Candles' Glow 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.

Candles' Glow normal: $0.14 | foil: $0.67

Is Candles' Glow legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Candles' Glow in Standard is not available.

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

Is Candles' Glow legal in Modern? Legality

Candles' Glow is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Candles' Glow legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Candles' Glow 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 Candles' Glow legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Candles' Glow in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Candles' Glow legal in Legacy? Legality

Candles' Glow is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Candles' Glow legal in Vintage? Legality

Candles' Glow 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 Candles' Glow legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Candles' Glow in Pauper is not available.

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 Candles' Glow from? Details

This printing of Candles' Glow is from CHK (CHK), with collector number 5.

Candles' Glow may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Candles' Glow's rarity? Details

Candles' Glow is a uncommon card in CHK.

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

Who illustrated Candles' Glow? Details

Candles' Glow was illustrated by Alan Pollack.

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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