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Words of War
ENCHANTMENT Rare
The List EDHREC #24,133
$0.36
+0.0%
7 days
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Words of War price history chart, default range 3 months. currently $0.36.
Words of War Price Summary
Words of War's current headline price is $0.36.
Words of War Printings & Prices
2 printings
Words of War has 2 tracked printings across 2 sets, in nonfoil and foil finishes.
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4 offers
| Buyer | Printing | Finish | Cash offer | Retail | Spread |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Card Kingdom | ONS #244 | Foil | — | — | — |
| CoolStuffInc | ONS #244 | Foil | — | — | — |
| Card Kingdom | ONS #244 | Nonfoil | — | — | — |
| Card Kingdom | PLST #ONS-244 | Nonfoil | — | — | — |
Words of War Rules Text & Legality
View on Scryfall ↗{1}: The next time you would draw a card this turn, this enchantment deals 2 damage to any target instead.
""Passions can't be shackled by laws or mastered with logic. The choice is freedom or death."
—*Volume IV, The Book of Fire*"
Words of War is legal in Legacy and Commander, and not legal in Standard, Pioneer, Modern and Pauper.
standard
Not legal
pioneer
Not legal
modern
Not legal
legacy
Legal
commander
Legal
pauper
Not legal
Words of War Rulings
1 most recent
- Oct 4, 2004 If multiple Words have been used prior to drawing a card, then you can choose which one to apply (and use up) each time you draw a card.
Reprints & Reprint Risk
3 printings
Words of War has been reprinted 3 times.
| Set | Date | Rarity | Treatment |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLST #ONS-244 | 2022-04-29 | Rare | Standard |
| ONS #244 | 2002-10-07 | Rare | Standard |
| ONS #244 | 2002-10-07 | Rare | Standard |
ONS #244 Words of War in Commander
Words of War is the #24,133 most-played card on EDHREC, down 487 places over the last 30 days.
Words of War FAQ
How much is Words of War worth?
Words of War is worth about $0.36 for its cheapest playable printing as of Sep 23, 2026.
Is Words of War legal in Commander?
Yes — Words of War is legal in Commander. It is also legal in Legacy.
Has Words of War been reprinted?
Yes — Words of War has been reprinted 3 times, with 2 printings tracked on The Index.
Why is Words of War cheap?
Words of War trades at about $0.36 — 3 reprints keep supply plentiful, and Commander demand is modest (#24,133 on EDHREC).