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NameUnexpectedly Absent
TypeInstant
DescriptionPut target nonland permanent into its owner's library just beneath the top X cards of that library.
FlavorOnce you've been dragged down the currents of time, you'll never quite trust your own permanence again.
ArtistMin Yum
SetDouble Masters Tokens #106
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About Unexpectedly Absent

Unexpectedly Absent, Instant, designed by Min Yum first released in November 2013 in the set Commander 2013 and was printed exactly in 5 different ways. It see play in 2 formats: Commander and Legacy. It's currently being selled by the minimum price of C$ 0.35.

Unexpectedly Absent can be a valuable addition to control decks in Magic: the Gathering, allowing players to temporarily remove a threatening nonland permanent from the battlefield and potentially delay its return. While it can be a useful tool for dealing with problematic threats, there are more efficient options available such as Path to Exile or Swords to Plowshares, which provide permanent removal at a lower cost. Ultimately, Unexpectedly Absent may see situational play in certain control strategies, but it may not be a staple card in competitive decks due to its higher mana cost and the availability of more efficient alternatives.

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Commander

2

1.2

1.0

Legacy

1

0.1

2.0

Rules

06/08/2016

If there are fewer than X cards in that player’s library, put that permanent on the bottom of that library.

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Frequently asked questions about Unexpectedly Absent

What type of card is Unexpectedly Absent?

Unexpectedly Absent is a Instant card in Magic: the Gathering MTG.

What is the effect of Unexpectedly Absent?

Put target nonland permanent into its owner's library just beneath the top X cards of that library.

What is the price of Unexpectedly Absent?

Unexpectedly Absent currently starts at C$ 0.35. See live prices from multiple sellers in the Where to buy section above.

What is the original set of Unexpectedly Absent?

Unexpectedly Absent was first released in the set Commander 2013, illustrated by Min Yum.

What is the legality of Unexpectedly Absent?

Legality depends on the tournament format -- Unexpectedly Absent can be legal in some formats and banned or restricted in others. See the full breakdown per format in the Legality section above.

What are the competitive formats of Unexpectedly Absent?

Unexpectedly Absent sees competitive metagame play in 2 format(s): Commander, Legacy.

What cards are similar to Unexpectedly Absent?

Cards similar to Unexpectedly Absent include Time Out. See the full list in the Similar cards section above.