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Pointy Finger of Doom is a rare Artifact from UNH (UNH) costing {4}. Current price: $0.95 USD.

Pointy Finger of Doom MTG card

Pointy Finger of Doom

Artifact

Card Text

{3}, {T}: Spin this artifact in the middle of the table so that it rotates completely at least once, then destroy the closest permanent the finger points to.

"I would have made a 'Spin-The-Bottle' joke if I thought anyone reading this had ever played the game." —Bucky, flavor text writer

Card Stats

rare CMC: 4.0 UNH UNH 🎨 Martina Pilcerova

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$0.95
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$26.93
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€0.25
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€9.40
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Prices updated: 2025-12-16

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Pointy Finger of Doom? Basics

Pointy Finger of Doom is a Artifact card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "{3}, {T}: Spin this artifact in the middle of the table so that it rotates completely at least once, then destroy the closest permanent the finger points to."

How much mana does Pointy Finger of Doom cost to cast? Basics

Pointy Finger of Doom has a mana cost of {4}, which equals 4.0 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.

Pointy Finger of Doom's mana cost of {4} 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.

Pointy Finger of Doom has a mana value of 4.0. 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.

Pointy Finger of Doom's current oracle text is: "{3}, {T}: Spin this artifact in the middle of the table so that it rotates completely at least once, then destroy the closest permanent the finger points to."

What is the current price of Pointy Finger of Doom? Pricing

The current market price for Pointy Finger of Doom is approximately $0.95 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $26.93 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.25 EUR.

Where can I buy Pointy Finger of Doom? Pricing

You can purchase Pointy Finger of Doom 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.

Pointy Finger of Doom normal: $0.95 | foil: $26.93

Is Pointy Finger of Doom legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Pointy Finger of Doom in Standard is not available.

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

Is Pointy Finger of Doom legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Pointy Finger of Doom in Modern is not available.

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

Is Pointy Finger of Doom legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Format legality information for Pointy Finger of Doom in Commander is not available.

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

Is Pointy Finger of Doom legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Pointy Finger of Doom in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Pointy Finger of Doom legal in Legacy? Legality

Format legality information for Pointy Finger of Doom in Legacy is not available.

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

Is Pointy Finger of Doom legal in Vintage? Legality

Format legality information for Pointy Finger of Doom 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 Pointy Finger of Doom legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Pointy Finger of Doom 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 Pointy Finger of Doom from? Details

This printing of Pointy Finger of Doom is from UNH (UNH), with collector number 126.

Pointy Finger of Doom may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Pointy Finger of Doom's rarity? Details

Pointy Finger of Doom is a rare card in UNH.

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

Who illustrated Pointy Finger of Doom? Details

Pointy Finger of Doom was illustrated by Martina Pilcerova.

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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