Quick Answer

Command the Storm is a common Instant from GRN (GRN) costing {4}{R}. Current price: $0.03 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Command the Storm MTG card

Command the Storm

Instant

Card Text

Command the Storm deals 5 damage to target creature.

In the wake of Niv-Mizzet's disappearance, Ral found himself leading the guild. He had dreamed of this day, but couldn't help feeling like a pawn in someone else's game.

Card Stats

common CMC: 5.0 GRN GRN 🎨 Jason Rainville

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Market Prices

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$0.03
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$0.26
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$0.35
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$0.49
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€0.05
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€0.10
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Prices updated: 2025-12-16

Format Legality

Brawl Legal
Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Gladiator Legal
Historic Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Pauper Legal
Paupercommander Legal
Penny Legal
Pioneer Legal
Timeless Legal
Vintage Legal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Command the Storm? Basics

Command the Storm is a Instant card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Command the Storm deals 5 damage to target creature."

How much mana does Command the Storm cost to cast? Basics

Command the Storm has a mana cost of {4}{R}, which equals 5.0 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.

Command the Storm's mana cost of {4}{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.

Command the Storm has a mana value of 5.0. 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.

Command the Storm's current oracle text is: "Command the Storm deals 5 damage to target creature."

What is the current price of Command the Storm? Pricing

The current market price for Command the Storm is approximately $0.03 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $0.26 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.05 EUR.

Where can I buy Command the Storm? Pricing

You can purchase Command the Storm 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.

Command the Storm normal: $0.03 | foil: $0.26

Is Command the Storm legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Command the Storm in Standard is not available.

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

Is Command the Storm legal in Modern? Legality

Command the Storm is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Command the Storm legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Command the Storm 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 Command the Storm legal in Pioneer? Legality

Command the Storm is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Command the Storm legal in Legacy? Legality

Command the Storm is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Command the Storm legal in Vintage? Legality

Command the Storm 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 Command the Storm legal in Pauper? Legality

Command the Storm 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 Command the Storm from? Details

This printing of Command the Storm is from GRN (GRN), with collector number 94.

Command the Storm may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Command the Storm's rarity? Details

Command the Storm is a common card in GRN.

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

Who illustrated Command the Storm? Details

Command the Storm was illustrated by Jason Rainville.

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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