# 2006 Magic: The Gathering Time Spiral #39

> Return to Dust is a white uncommon instant from Magic: The Gathering's 2006 Time Spiral set, designed to remove artifact and enchantment permanents.

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## Identity

- **Year**: 2006
- **Manufacturer brand**: Magic: The Gathering
- **Set / series**: Time Spiral
- **Card number**: #39
- **Product type**: TCG_CARD

## Description

Return to Dust (Card #39) is a white uncommon instant from the 2006 Time Spiral expansion in the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. Illustrated by Wayne Reynolds, this card was printed in the Time Spiral set, identified by the TSP set code. The card features a mana cost of {2}{W}{W} and has a mana value of 4. Its primary effect allows the player to exile a target artifact or enchantment. If cast during the player's main phase, the spell may also exile up to one additional target artifact or enchantment. The flavor text notes that some timelines end abruptly, fitting the set's theme of temporal disruption. This product is a standard non-foil version of the card, with no serial numbering or alternate treatments indicated in the catalog. The card's design and mechanics reflect the era's approach to artifact and enchantment interaction. This card is a staple for players interested in white mana strategies that focus on board control through removal.

## FAQ

### What does Return to Dust do in Magic: The Gathering?

Return to Dust is a white instant that exiles a target artifact or enchantment. It has an additional effect if cast during the main phase, allowing the player to exile up to one more target artifact or enchantment.

### What set and rarity is Return to Dust from?

Return to Dust is an uncommon card from the Time Spiral set, which was released in 2006. It is card number 39 in that set.

### Who illustrated Return to Dust?

The artwork for Return to Dust was created by Wayne Reynolds, who illustrated many cards for the Time Spiral expansion.

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