Read the Runes

Read the Runes

Instant

Set

Jumpstart (jmp)

Rarity

Rare

Mana Cost
X U
Price · Cardmarket trend

€0.46

Artist

Alan Pollack

Cardmarket trend via Scryfall, as of 10/28/2026. May differ from the actual price.

Oracle Text

Draw X cards. For each card drawn this way, discard a card unless you sacrifice a permanent.

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Rulings (2)

  • Wizards of the Coast
    You are never forced to sacrifice any permanents. You can choose to discard your entire hand if your hand is smaller than the number of cards you are required to discard.
  • Wizards of the Coast
    You draw the cards, then sacrifice any permanents you want to sacrifice, then discard the required number of card from your hand. There is no chance to play any cards in between these actions.

Other Printings

The List (plst) €0.79 Commander 2016 (c16) €0.49 Onslaught (ons) €0.88