Quick Answer

Sage of the Unknowable is a common Creature — Human Wizard from MH3 (MH3) costing {1}{U}. Current price: $0.03 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Sage of the Unknowable MTG card

Sage of the Unknowable

Creature — Human Wizard

Card Text

{T}: Add {C}. Spend this mana only to cast a colorless spell or to activate an ability.

"Someday, we will walk the Blind Eternities and see the truths that lie beyond the stifling veil of reality."

Card Stats

0/4 common CMC: 2.0 MH3 MH3 🎨 Josu Hernaiz

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$0.03
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$0.07
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$0.35
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$0.49
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€0.06
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€0.07
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Prices updated: 2025-12-16

Format Legality

Brawl Legal
Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Gladiator Legal
Historic Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Pauper Legal
Paupercommander Legal
Penny Legal
Timeless Legal
Vintage Legal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sage of the Unknowable? Basics

Sage of the Unknowable is a Creature — Human Wizard card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "{T}: Add {C}. Spend this mana only to cast a colorless spell or to activate an ability."

How much mana does Sage of the Unknowable cost to cast? Basics

Sage of the Unknowable has a mana cost of {1}{U}, which equals 2.0 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.

Sage of the Unknowable's mana cost of {1}{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.

Sage of the Unknowable 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.

Sage of the Unknowable's current oracle text is: "{T}: Add {C}. Spend this mana only to cast a colorless spell or to activate an ability."

What is the current price of Sage of the Unknowable? Pricing

The current market price for Sage of the Unknowable is approximately $0.03 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $0.07 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.06 EUR.

Where can I buy Sage of the Unknowable? Pricing

You can purchase Sage of the Unknowable 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.

Sage of the Unknowable normal: $0.03 | foil: $0.07

Is Sage of the Unknowable legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Sage of the Unknowable in Standard is not available.

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

Is Sage of the Unknowable legal in Modern? Legality

Sage of the Unknowable is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Sage of the Unknowable legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Sage of the Unknowable 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 Sage of the Unknowable legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Sage of the Unknowable in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Sage of the Unknowable legal in Legacy? Legality

Sage of the Unknowable is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Sage of the Unknowable legal in Vintage? Legality

Sage of the Unknowable 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 Sage of the Unknowable legal in Pauper? Legality

Sage of the Unknowable 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 Sage of the Unknowable from? Details

This printing of Sage of the Unknowable is from MH3 (MH3), with collector number 68.

Sage of the Unknowable may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Sage of the Unknowable's rarity? Details

Sage of the Unknowable is a common card in MH3.

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

Who illustrated Sage of the Unknowable? Details

Sage of the Unknowable was illustrated by Josu Hernaiz.

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

What is Sage of the Unknowable's power and toughness? Details

Sage of the Unknowable is a 0/4 creature.

Power (0) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (4) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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