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Identify the Culprit is a uncommon Sorcery from UNK (UNK) costing {W}.

Identify the Culprit MTG card

Identify the Culprit

Sorcery

Card Text

Secretly chose a creature target opponent controls. Then, that player guesses which creature it is. Reveal the chosen creature. If they guessed incorrectly, exile the creature you chose. Otherwise, return Identify the Culprit to its owner's hand and you can't cast it again this turn.

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uncommon CMC: 1.0 UNK UNK

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Identify the Culprit? Basics

Identify the Culprit is a Sorcery card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Secretly chose a creature target opponent controls. Then, that player guesses which creature it is. Reveal the chosen creature. If they guessed incorrectly, exile the creature you chose. Otherwise, return Identify the Culprit to its owner's hand and you can't cast it again this turn."

How much mana does Identify the Culprit cost to cast? Basics

Identify the Culprit has a mana cost of {W}, which equals 1.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires W 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.

Identify the Culprit's mana cost of {W} 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.

Identify the Culprit has a mana value of 1.0. 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.

Identify the Culprit's current oracle text is: "Secretly chose a creature target opponent controls. Then, that player guesses which creature it is. Reveal the chosen creature. If they guessed incorrectly, exile the creature you chose. Otherwise, return Identify the Culprit to its owner's hand and you can't cast it again this turn."

What is the current price of Identify the Culprit? Pricing

Price data for Identify the Culprit is currently unavailable. Check TCGPlayer or Card Kingdom for current prices.

Where can I buy Identify the Culprit? Pricing

You can purchase Identify the Culprit 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 Identify the Culprit legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Identify the Culprit in Standard is not available.

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

Is Identify the Culprit legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Identify the Culprit in Modern is not available.

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

Is Identify the Culprit legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Format legality information for Identify the Culprit in Commander is not available.

Commander is a casual multiplayer format where you build a 100-card singleton deck around a legendary creature.

Is Identify the Culprit legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Identify the Culprit in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Identify the Culprit legal in Legacy? Legality

Format legality information for Identify the Culprit in Legacy is not available.

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

Is Identify the Culprit legal in Vintage? Legality

Format legality information for Identify the Culprit in Vintage is not available.

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 Identify the Culprit legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Identify the Culprit 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 Identify the Culprit from? Details

This printing of Identify the Culprit is from UNK (UNK), with collector number UW02c.

Identify the Culprit may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Identify the Culprit's rarity? Details

Identify the Culprit is a uncommon card in UNK.

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

Who illustrated Identify the Culprit? Details

Identify the Culprit was illustrated by an unknown artist.

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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