Quick Answer

A-Shipwreck Sifters is a common Creature — Spirit from MID (MID) costing {1}{U}.

A-Shipwreck Sifters MTG card

A-Shipwreck Sifters

Creature — Spirit

Card Text

When Shipwreck Sifters enters, draw a card, then discard a card. Whenever a Spirit card or a card with disturb is put into your graveyard from anywhere, put a +1/+1 counter on Shipwreck Sifters.

Card Stats

1/2 common CMC: 2.0 MID MID 🎨 Svetlin Velinov

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Format Legality

Brawl Legal
Historic Legal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is A-Shipwreck Sifters? Basics

A-Shipwreck Sifters is a Creature — Spirit card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "When Shipwreck Sifters enters, draw a card, then discard a card. Whenever a Spirit card or a card with disturb is put into your graveyard from anywhere, put a +1/+1 counter on Shipwreck Sifters."

How much mana does A-Shipwreck Sifters cost to cast? Basics

A-Shipwreck Sifters has a mana cost of {1}{U}, which equals 2.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires U mana to cast.

What does mana cost mean in Magic: The Gathering? Basics

Mana cost is the amount and type of mana required to cast a spell in Magic: The Gathering.

A-Shipwreck Sifters's mana cost of {1}{U} means you need to pay that much mana from your lands or other sources.

Colored symbols (W=White, U=Blue, B=Black, R=Red, G=Green) must be paid with that specific color, while numbers can be paid with any color.

What is converted mana cost (CMC) or mana value? Basics

Converted mana cost (now officially called "mana value") is the total amount of mana in a card's mana cost, regardless of color.

A-Shipwreck Sifters has a mana value of 2.0. This is important for effects that care about a spell's total cost, like cascade or cards that say "mana value 3 or less."

What is oracle text? Basics

Oracle text is the official, current rules text for a Magic card as maintained by Wizards of the Coast. It supersedes any printed text on older cards.

A-Shipwreck Sifters's current oracle text is: "When Shipwreck Sifters enters, draw a card, then discard a card. Whenever a Spirit card or a card with disturb is put into your graveyard from anywhere, put a +1/+1 counter on Shipwreck Sifters."

What is the current price of A-Shipwreck Sifters? Pricing

Price data for A-Shipwreck Sifters is currently unavailable. Check TCGPlayer or Card Kingdom for current prices.

Where can I buy A-Shipwreck Sifters? Pricing

You can purchase A-Shipwreck Sifters from major MTG retailers including:

Prices vary by condition and printing. Check multiple sellers to find the best price.

What is the difference between normal and foil cards? Pricing

Foil cards have a shiny, holographic finish that makes them more collectible. They are functionally identical to normal cards but typically cost more due to their rarity and visual appeal.

Is A-Shipwreck Sifters legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for A-Shipwreck Sifters in Standard is not available.

Standard is a rotating format that only allows cards from the most recent sets.

Is A-Shipwreck Sifters legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for A-Shipwreck Sifters in Modern is not available.

Modern includes all cards printed in a standard-legal set from 8th Edition forward.

Is A-Shipwreck Sifters legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Format legality information for A-Shipwreck Sifters in Commander is not available.

Commander is a casual multiplayer format where you build a 100-card singleton deck around a legendary creature.

Is A-Shipwreck Sifters legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for A-Shipwreck Sifters in Pioneer is not available.

Pioneer is a non-rotating format that includes all standard-legal sets from Return to Ravnica forward.

Is A-Shipwreck Sifters legal in Legacy? Legality

Format legality information for A-Shipwreck Sifters in Legacy is not available.

Legacy allows almost all cards ever printed, with a substantial ban list for balance.

Is A-Shipwreck Sifters legal in Vintage? Legality

Format legality information for A-Shipwreck Sifters in Vintage is not available.

Vintage is the most permissive format, allowing almost all cards with only a minimal ban list. Some powerful cards are "Restricted" (limited to 1 copy).

Is A-Shipwreck Sifters legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for A-Shipwreck Sifters in Pauper is not available.

Pauper only allows cards that have been printed at common rarity in a paper or online set.

What is format legality in MTG? Legality

Format legality indicates which official MTG formats allow a card to be played:

  • Legal: Card is allowed in the format
  • Banned: Card is prohibited from play
  • Restricted: Limited to 1 copy (Vintage only)
  • Not Legal: Card was never part of that format's card pool

Different formats have different banned lists based on power level and game balance.

What set is A-Shipwreck Sifters from? Details

This printing of A-Shipwreck Sifters is from MID (MID), with collector number A-74.

A-Shipwreck Sifters may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is A-Shipwreck Sifters's rarity? Details

A-Shipwreck Sifters is a common card in MID.

Card rarity affects both availability and price. From rarest to most common: Mythic Rare → Rare → Uncommon → Common.

Who illustrated A-Shipwreck Sifters? Details

A-Shipwreck Sifters was illustrated by Svetlin Velinov.

Magic: The Gathering features artwork from hundreds of talented artists, and many cards have been reprinted with new art over the years.

What is A-Shipwreck Sifters's power and toughness? Details

A-Shipwreck Sifters is a 1/2 creature.

Power (1) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (2) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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