Magic: The Gathering

Fact or Fiction

Invasion 57 • uncommon

Set: Invasion
Collector number: 57
Rarity: Uncommon
Mana cost: 3 generic mana blue mana
Type: Instant
Colors: Blue
Artist: Terese Nielsen
Market price: $7.36

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Market

What it's worth

$7.36market price via TCGplayer · Aug 25, 2026$7.36 – $8.14 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

This card is a notable inclusion in the Invasion set, holding a distinct place in card game history for its unique mechanic. By requiring an opponent to split a pile of cards into two groups for the player to choose between, it forces a tense, high-stakes decision that tests a player's ability to evaluate the relative value of resources under pressure.

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Card face

What it does

Reveal the top five cards of your library. An opponent separates those cards into two piles. Put one pile into your hand and the other into your graveyard.

Formats

Where you can play it

StandardNot legal
PioneerNot legal
ModernLegal
LegacyLegal
VintageLegal
CommanderLegal
PauperNot legal
BrawlNot legal
HistoricNot legal
TimelessNot legal
Penny DreadfulNot legal
OathbreakerLegal

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Provenance

Where it came from

Fact or Fiction was released in 2000 as part of the Invasion expansion for the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. Developed by Wizards of the Coast, the Invasion set marked the beginning of a major storyline involving a multi-planar war against the Phyrexians, influencing the card's theme of decision-making under duress. It quickly became a staple in competitive play for its ability to generate card advantage while forcing opponents to make difficult tactical choices.

The card’s iconic, otherworldly artwork was created by illustrator Donato Giancola. Giancola was tasked with representing the concept of 'truth' versus 'deceit' through the lens of high fantasy, utilizing his signature detailed, painterly style. Upon its debut, the card was highly regarded by players and critics alike for its unique 'split' mechanic, which added a significant layer of psychological depth to gameplay and cemented its status as a classic design in the game's history.

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Other printings

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About

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