Quick Answer

From the Catacombs is a rare Sorcery from CLB (CLB) costing {3}{B}{B}. Current price: $0.79 USD. Legal in Commander.

From the Catacombs MTG card

From the Catacombs

Sorcery

Card Text

Put target creature card from a graveyard onto the battlefield under your control with a corpse counter on it. You take the initiative. If that creature would leave the battlefield, exile it instead of putting it anywhere else. Escape—{3}{B}{B}, Exile five other cards from your graveyard. (You may cast this card from your graveyard for its escape cost.)

Card Stats

rare CMC: 5.0 CLB CLB 🎨 Ben Wootten
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€0.89
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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 From the Catacombs? Basics

From the Catacombs is a Sorcery card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Put target creature card from a graveyard onto the battlefield under your control with a corpse counter on it. You take the initiative. If that creature would leave the battlefield, exile it instead of putting it anywhere else. Escape—{3}{B}{B}, Exile five other cards from your graveyard. (You may cast this card from your graveyard for its escape cost.)"

How much mana does From the Catacombs cost to cast? Basics

From the Catacombs has a mana cost of {3}{B}{B}, which equals 5.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires B 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.

From the Catacombs's mana cost of {3}{B}{B} 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.

From the Catacombs 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.

From the Catacombs's current oracle text is: "Put target creature card from a graveyard onto the battlefield under your control with a corpse counter on it. You take the initiative. If that creature would leave the battlefield, exile it instead of putting it anywhere else. Escape—{3}{B}{B}, Exile five other cards from your graveyard. (You may cast this card from your graveyard for its escape cost.)"

What is the current price of From the Catacombs? Pricing

The current market price for From the Catacombs is approximately $0.79 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.89 EUR.

Where can I buy From the Catacombs? Pricing

You can purchase From the Catacombs 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 From the Catacombs legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for From the Catacombs in Standard is not available.

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

Is From the Catacombs legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for From the Catacombs in Modern is not available.

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

Is From the Catacombs legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

From the Catacombs 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 From the Catacombs legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for From the Catacombs in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is From the Catacombs legal in Legacy? Legality

From the Catacombs is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is From the Catacombs legal in Vintage? Legality

From the Catacombs 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 From the Catacombs legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for From the Catacombs 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 From the Catacombs from? Details

This printing of From the Catacombs is from CLB (CLB), with collector number 623.

From the Catacombs may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is From the Catacombs's rarity? Details

From the Catacombs is a rare card in CLB.

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

Who illustrated From the Catacombs? Details

From the Catacombs was illustrated by Ben Wootten.

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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