Quick Answer

Weave the Nightmare is a uncommon Instant from YOTJ (YOTJ) costing {1}{U}{B}.

Weave the Nightmare MTG card

Weave the Nightmare

Instant

Card Text

Choose one. If you control a nonland permanent you don't own as you cast this spell, you may choose two instead. • Heist target opponent's library. • Target creature gets -5/-5 until end of turn. • Counter target noncreature spell.

Card Stats

uncommon CMC: 3.0 YOTJ YOTJ 🎨 Wayne Wu
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Format Legality

Brawl Legal
Gladiator Legal
Historic Legal
Timeless Legal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Weave the Nightmare? Basics

Weave the Nightmare is a Instant card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Choose one. If you control a nonland permanent you don't own as you cast this spell, you may choose two instead. • Heist target opponent's library. • Target creature gets -5/-5 until end of turn. • Counter target noncreature spell."

How much mana does Weave the Nightmare cost to cast? Basics

Weave the Nightmare has a mana cost of {1}{U}{B}, which equals 3.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires B, 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.

Weave the Nightmare's mana cost of {1}{U}{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.

Weave the Nightmare 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.

Weave the Nightmare's current oracle text is: "Choose one. If you control a nonland permanent you don't own as you cast this spell, you may choose two instead. • Heist target opponent's library. • Target creature gets -5/-5 until end of turn. • Counter target noncreature spell."

What is the current price of Weave the Nightmare? Pricing

Price data for Weave the Nightmare is currently unavailable. Check TCGPlayer or Card Kingdom for current prices.

Where can I buy Weave the Nightmare? Pricing

You can purchase Weave the Nightmare 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 Weave the Nightmare legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Weave the Nightmare in Standard is not available.

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

Is Weave the Nightmare legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Weave the Nightmare in Modern is not available.

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

Is Weave the Nightmare legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Format legality information for Weave the Nightmare in Commander is not available.

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

Is Weave the Nightmare legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Weave the Nightmare in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Weave the Nightmare legal in Legacy? Legality

Format legality information for Weave the Nightmare in Legacy is not available.

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

Is Weave the Nightmare legal in Vintage? Legality

Format legality information for Weave the Nightmare 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 Weave the Nightmare legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Weave the Nightmare 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 Weave the Nightmare from? Details

This printing of Weave the Nightmare is from YOTJ (YOTJ), with collector number 29.

Weave the Nightmare may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Weave the Nightmare's rarity? Details

Weave the Nightmare is a uncommon card in YOTJ.

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

Who illustrated Weave the Nightmare? Details

Weave the Nightmare was illustrated by Wayne Wu.

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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