What is the mana cost of Chains of Custody?

Chains of Custody has a mana cost of {2}{W}, requiring two generic mana and one white mana to cast. It has a mana value of 3, making it a mid-game spell that fits into white-based decks.

How does the ward ability work on this card?

The enchanted creature has ward {2}, meaning whenever an opponent targets it with a spell or ability, they must pay {2} mana or the effect is countered. This provides a defensive layer to protect your creature while the Aura is attached.

What happens to the exiled permanent when Chains of Custody leaves the battlefield?

When Chains of Custody leaves the battlefield, the exiled nonland permanent returns to the battlefield under its owner's control. The exile effect is temporary and tied directly to the presence of the Aura on the battlefield.

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Chains of Custody is a white Enchantment — Aura from the 2022 Jumpstart expansion, featuring a disruptive ability that exiles opponent permanents.

Chains of Custody

2022 • Magic: The Gathering • Jumpstart 2022

2022 Magic: The Gathering Jumpstart 2022

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Based on eBay Active Listings · 20 observations Estimate: $1.89, based on Asking Prices. Source as of Sep 28, 2026Captured Sep 28, 2026 Guide Estimate: $0.31. Evidence date not available. Guide Estimate: $0.29. Evidence date not available. Asking Prices: $1.89. Evidence date: Sep 28, 2026.Lowest observed item price: $0.99; shipping and tax excluded.Lowest observed item plus quoted shipping: $1.49, among 26 offers with known shipping; tax excluded. Asking prices are unsold offers, not completed sales. Repeated observations do not establish additional buyer demand.This estimate is older and may not reflect today's market. Current asking-based estimate: $1.89. The lowest observed comparable offer is $0.99, above the previous $0.29 anchor. The previous anchor was a guide estimate, not a dated sale.Based on 20 comparable offers from 19 sellers, observed Sep 28, 2026.Limited confidence: asking prices show available supply, not confirmed buyer demand. The estimate uses the lower quartile of observed asks. Over the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $1.89 to $1.89 across 2 capture days. Change between Sep 26, 2026 and Sep 28, 2026: 0%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts.Recorded Sep 28, 2026

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Based on eBay Active Listings · 20 observations
Estimate: $1.89, based on Asking Prices.
Source as of Sep 28, 2026Captured Sep 28, 2026
Guide Estimate: $0.31. Evidence date not available.
Guide Estimate: $0.29. Evidence date not available.
Asking Prices: $1.89. Evidence date: Sep 28, 2026.Lowest observed item price: $0.99; shipping and tax excluded.Lowest observed item plus quoted shipping: $1.49, among 26 offers with known shipping; tax excluded.
Asking prices are unsold offers, not completed sales. Repeated observations do not establish additional buyer demand.This estimate is older and may not reflect today's market.
Current asking-based estimate: $1.89. The lowest observed comparable offer is $0.99, above the previous $0.29 anchor.
The previous anchor was a guide estimate, not a dated sale.Based on 20 comparable offers from 19 sellers, observed Sep 28, 2026.Limited confidence: asking prices show available supply, not confirmed buyer demand. The estimate uses the lower quartile of observed asks.
Over the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $1.89 to $1.89 across 2 capture days. Change between Sep 26, 2026 and Sep 28, 2026: 0%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts.Recorded Sep 28, 2026

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Chains of Custody is a white Enchantment — Aura from the 2022 Jumpstart expansion of Magic: The Gathering, identified by card number 3 in the set. Featuring artwork by Bruno Biazotto, this common rarity card offers a strategic disruption tool for players seeking to control the board state. The card requires a mana cost of {2}{W} to cast, making it a mid-game resource that demands careful mana management. As an Aura, Chains of Custody must be attached to a creature you control, transforming it into a defensive asset. When this Aura enters the battlefield, its triggered ability allows you to exile a target nonland permanent an opponent controls. This exile effect persists only until Chains of Custody leaves the battlefield, creating a temporary but potent removal option that can shift the momentum of a game. The returned permanent does not leave the game entirely, preserving the interaction within the match. Additionally, the enchanted creature gains ward {2}. This keyword ability protects the creature from being targeted by spells or abilities controlled by opponents, unless they are willing to pay an additional {2} mana. This defensive layer complements the removal effect, ensuring that the creature hosting the Aura can survive long enough to exert its disruptive influence. For collectors and players alike, this card represents a classic design philosophy in Magic: The Gathering, blending temporary removal with protective enchantment mechanics. The Jumpstart format emphasizes fun and accessibility, making cards like Chains of Custody valuable additions to any deck builder's toolkit looking for versatile interaction.

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Catalog Profile

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Year

2022

Brand

Magic: The Gathering

Series

Jumpstart 2022

Card Number

Featured Subject

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Featured

Chains of Custody

Game

Magic: The Gathering

TCG Attributes

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Rarity

Common

Artist

Bruno Biazotto

Material

Card Stock

Language

English

Mana cost

{2}{W}

Type

Enchantment — Aura

Color

Card Text

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Enchant creature you control When this Aura enters, exile target nonland permanent an opponent controls until this Aura leaves the battlefield. Enchanted creature has ward {2}. (Whenever it becomes the target of a spell or ability an opponent controls, counter it unless that player pays {2}.)