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Compass Gnome is a common Artifact Creature — Gnome from LCI (LCI) costing {2}. Current price: $0.04 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander. Legal in Standard.

Compass Gnome MTG card

Compass Gnome

Artifact Creature — Gnome

Card Text

When this creature enters, you may search your library for a basic land card or Cave card, reveal it, then shuffle and put that card on top.

"I'm certain it's some kind of sophisticated navigational tool. If only I had any idea what it was telling me!" —Colbo, Brazen Coalition surveyor

Card Stats

2/1 common CMC: 2.0 LCI LCI 🎨 David Astruga

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Market Prices

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$0.04
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TCGPlayer
$0.12
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Card Kingdom
$0.35
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$0.49
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Cardmarket
€0.03
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€0.10
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Prices updated: 2025-12-16

Format Legality

Brawl Legal
Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Future Legal
Gladiator Legal
Historic Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Pauper Legal
Paupercommander Legal
Pioneer Legal
Standard Legal
Standardbrawl Legal
Timeless Legal
Vintage Legal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Compass Gnome? Basics

Compass Gnome is a Artifact Creature — Gnome card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "When this creature enters, you may search your library for a basic land card or Cave card, reveal it, then shuffle and put that card on top."

How much mana does Compass Gnome cost to cast? Basics

Compass Gnome has a mana cost of {2}, which equals 2.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It is a colorless card and can be cast with any color of mana.

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.

Compass Gnome's mana cost of {2} 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.

Compass Gnome 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.

Compass Gnome's current oracle text is: "When this creature enters, you may search your library for a basic land card or Cave card, reveal it, then shuffle and put that card on top."

What is the current price of Compass Gnome? Pricing

The current market price for Compass Gnome is approximately $0.04 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $0.12 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.03 EUR.

Where can I buy Compass Gnome? Pricing

You can purchase Compass Gnome 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.

Compass Gnome normal: $0.04 | foil: $0.12

Is Compass Gnome legal in Standard? Legality

Compass Gnome is Legal in Standard format.

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

Is Compass Gnome legal in Modern? Legality

Compass Gnome is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Compass Gnome legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Compass Gnome 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 Compass Gnome legal in Pioneer? Legality

Compass Gnome is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Compass Gnome legal in Legacy? Legality

Compass Gnome is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Compass Gnome legal in Vintage? Legality

Compass Gnome 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 Compass Gnome legal in Pauper? Legality

Compass Gnome 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 Compass Gnome from? Details

This printing of Compass Gnome is from LCI (LCI), with collector number 250.

Compass Gnome may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Compass Gnome's rarity? Details

Compass Gnome is a common card in LCI.

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

Who illustrated Compass Gnome? Details

Compass Gnome was illustrated by David Astruga.

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

What is Compass Gnome's power and toughness? Details

Compass Gnome is a 2/1 creature.

Power (2) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (1) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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