Quick Answer

Exchange of Words is a rare Enchantment from UNF (UNF) costing {1}{U}{U}. Legal in Commander.

Exchange of Words MTG card

Exchange of Words

Enchantment

Card Text

When this enchantment enters, choose two target creatures. For as long as this enchantment remains on the battlefield, exchange the text boxes of those creatures.

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Card Stats

rare CMC: 3.0 UNF UNF 🎨 Zoltan Boros

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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 Exchange of Words? Basics

Exchange of Words is a Enchantment card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "When this enchantment enters, choose two target creatures. For as long as this enchantment remains on the battlefield, exchange the text boxes of those creatures."

How much mana does Exchange of Words cost to cast? Basics

Exchange of Words has a mana cost of {1}{U}{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.

Exchange of Words's mana cost of {1}{U}{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.

Exchange of Words 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.

Exchange of Words's current oracle text is: "When this enchantment enters, choose two target creatures. For as long as this enchantment remains on the battlefield, exchange the text boxes of those creatures."

What is the current price of Exchange of Words? Pricing

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Where can I buy Exchange of Words? Pricing

You can purchase Exchange of Words 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 Exchange of Words legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Exchange of Words in Standard is not available.

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

Is Exchange of Words legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Exchange of Words in Modern is not available.

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

Is Exchange of Words legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Exchange of Words 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 Exchange of Words legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Exchange of Words in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Exchange of Words legal in Legacy? Legality

Exchange of Words is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Exchange of Words legal in Vintage? Legality

Exchange of Words 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 Exchange of Words legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Exchange of Words 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 Exchange of Words from? Details

This printing of Exchange of Words is from UNF (UNF), with collector number 331.

Exchange of Words may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Exchange of Words's rarity? Details

Exchange of Words is a rare card in UNF.

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

Who illustrated Exchange of Words? Details

Exchange of Words was illustrated by Zoltan Boros.

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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