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Natural Selection 30th Anniversary Edition MTG card
30A #208 · Art by Mark Poole
30A set symbol, Rare30th Anniversary Edition#208Rare

Natural Selection

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EDHREC rank
#28,634 Down 227 in 30 days
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Natural Selection Printings & Prices

Natural Selection has 7 tracked printings across 6 sets, in nonfoil finishes.

CED set symbol, RareCED #213
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30A set symbol, Rare30A #208
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2ED set symbol, Rare2ED #213
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LEB set symbol, RareLEB #213
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30A set symbol, Rare30A #505
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CEI set symbol, RareCEI #213
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LEA set symbol, RareLEA #212
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Natural Selection Rules Text & Legality

Natural Selection

Look at the top three cards of target player's library, then put them back in any order. You may have that player shuffle.

Natural Selection is legal in Legacy and Commander, and not legal in Standard, Pioneer, Modern and Pauper.

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Natural Selection Rulings

  • Jul 15, 2007

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Reprints & Reprint Risk

Natural Selection has been reprinted 7 times.

  • Aug 5, 1993LEA set symbol, RareLimited Edition AlphaLEA #212
  • Oct 4, 1993LEB set symbol, RareLimited Edition BetaLEB #213
  • Dec 1, 19932ED set symbol, RareUnlimited Edition2ED #213
  • Dec 10, 1993CEI set symbol, RareIntl. Collectors' EditionCEI #213
  • Dec 10, 1993CED set symbol, RareCollectors' EditionCED #213
  • Nov 28, 202230A set symbol, Rare30th Anniversary Edition30A #505
  • Nov 28, 202230A set symbol, Rare30th Anniversary Edition30A #208

Natural Selection in Commander

Natural Selection is the #28,634 most-played card on EDHREC, down 227 places over the last 30 days.

#28,634 EDHREC rank
across all Commander decks Down 227 in 30 days

Natural Selection FAQ

How much is Natural Selection worth?

Natural Selection is worth about $18.44 for its cheapest playable printing as of Nov 8, 2026.

Is Natural Selection legal in Commander?

Yes. Natural Selection is legal in Commander. It is also legal in Legacy.

Has Natural Selection been reprinted?

Yes. Natural Selection has been reprinted 7 times, with 7 printings tracked on The Index.

Why is Natural Selection expensive?

Natural Selection holds a $18.44 price because it is on the Reserved List, so it can never be reprinted and even with 7 reprints, demand keeps pace with supply.

What can I play instead of Natural Selection?

Cards that fill a similar role include Portent, Mirri's Guile, Sensei's Divining Top.