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Cataclysmic Prospecting is a rare Sorcery from OTC (OTC) costing {X}{R}{R}. Current price: $0.14 USD. Legal in Commander.

Cataclysmic Prospecting MTG card

Cataclysmic Prospecting

Sorcery

Card Text

Cataclysmic Prospecting deals X damage to each creature. For each mana from a Desert spent to cast this spell, create a tapped Treasure token.

"Now *that's* how you strike gold!" —Jolene, plundering pugilist

Card Stats

rare CMC: 2.0 OTC OTC 🎨 PINDURSKI
Treasure

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€0.27
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Prices updated: 2025-12-16

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (2 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Cataclysmic Prospecting? Basics

Cataclysmic Prospecting is a Sorcery card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Cataclysmic Prospecting deals X damage to each creature. For each mana from a Desert spent to cast this spell, create a tapped Treasure token."

How much mana does Cataclysmic Prospecting cost to cast? Basics

Cataclysmic Prospecting has a mana cost of {X}{R}{R}, which equals 2.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires R 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.

Cataclysmic Prospecting's mana cost of {X}{R}{R} 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.

Cataclysmic Prospecting 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.

Cataclysmic Prospecting's current oracle text is: "Cataclysmic Prospecting deals X damage to each creature. For each mana from a Desert spent to cast this spell, create a tapped Treasure token."

What is the current price of Cataclysmic Prospecting? Pricing

The current market price for Cataclysmic Prospecting is approximately $0.14 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.27 EUR.

Where can I buy Cataclysmic Prospecting? Pricing

You can purchase Cataclysmic Prospecting 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 Cataclysmic Prospecting legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Cataclysmic Prospecting in Standard is not available.

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

Is Cataclysmic Prospecting legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Cataclysmic Prospecting in Modern is not available.

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

Is Cataclysmic Prospecting legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Cataclysmic Prospecting 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 Cataclysmic Prospecting legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Cataclysmic Prospecting in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Cataclysmic Prospecting legal in Legacy? Legality

Cataclysmic Prospecting is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Cataclysmic Prospecting legal in Vintage? Legality

Cataclysmic Prospecting 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 Cataclysmic Prospecting legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Cataclysmic Prospecting 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 Cataclysmic Prospecting from? Details

This printing of Cataclysmic Prospecting is from OTC (OTC), with collector number 24.

Cataclysmic Prospecting may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Cataclysmic Prospecting's rarity? Details

Cataclysmic Prospecting is a rare card in OTC.

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

Who illustrated Cataclysmic Prospecting? Details

Cataclysmic Prospecting was illustrated by PINDURSKI.

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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