Crackling Perimeter (GTC #88)
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Crackling Perimeter is a uncommon printing from Gatecrash (GTC #88), a Enchantment. Illustrated by Yeong-Hao Han.
Card text
Tap an untapped Gate you control: This enchantment deals 1 damage to each opponent.
As the path he sought came into focus, Niv-Mizzet took steps to prevent others from approaching it.
Details
| Mana cost | {1}{R} |
|---|---|
| Type | Enchantment |
| Rarity | Uncommon |
| Set | Gatecrash (GTC) |
| Collector number | 88 |
| Artist | Yeong-Hao Han |
| Released | 2013-02-01 |
Current price
As of 2026-10-19, Scryfall listed this printing at non-foil $0.23, foil $1.20 (USD). Prices change constantly, so check the live price before buying.
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Legality
| Standard | Not legal |
|---|---|
| Future Standard | Not legal |
| Historic | Not legal |
| Timeless | Not legal |
| Gladiator | Not legal |
| Pioneer | Legal |
| Modern | Legal |
| Legacy | Legal |
| Pauper | Not legal |
| Vintage | Legal |
| Penny Dreadful | Legal |
| Commander | Legal |
| Oathbreaker | Legal |
| Standard Brawl | Not legal |
| Brawl | Not legal |
| Competitive Brawl | Not legal |
| Alchemy | Not legal |
| Pauper Commander | Not legal |
| Duel Commander | Legal |
| Old School | Not legal |
| Premodern | Not legal |
| PrEDH | Not legal |
| TLR | Legal |
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Rulings
- January 24, 2013 — You can't tap an untapped Gate you control for mana and tap it to activate Crackling Perimeter's ability at the same time. You must choose one or the other.
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