Quick Answer

Bureau Headmaster is a uncommon Creature — Human Assassin from ACR (ACR) costing {R}{W}. Current price: $5.55 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Bureau Headmaster MTG card

Bureau Headmaster

Creature — Human Assassin

Card Text

Equipment spells you cast cost {1} less to cast. Equip abilities you activate cost {1} less to activate.

"Don't let our creed fade." —Tahira, the First Oath-Taker

Card Stats

2/2 uncommon CMC: 2.0 ACR ACR 🎨 Thanh Tuấn

Market Prices

TCGPlayer
$5.55
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Card Kingdom
$7.99
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Cardmarket
€1.82
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Cardmarket
€0.66
Foil
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Vintage Legal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bureau Headmaster? Basics

Bureau Headmaster is a Creature — Human Assassin card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Equipment spells you cast cost {1} less to cast. Equip abilities you activate cost {1} less to activate."

How much mana does Bureau Headmaster cost to cast? Basics

Bureau Headmaster has a mana cost of {R}{W}, which equals 2.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires R, W 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.

Bureau Headmaster's mana cost of {R}{W} 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.

Bureau Headmaster 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.

Bureau Headmaster's current oracle text is: "Equipment spells you cast cost {1} less to cast. Equip abilities you activate cost {1} less to activate."

What is the current price of Bureau Headmaster? Pricing

The current market price for Bureau Headmaster is approximately $5.55 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €1.82 EUR.

Where can I buy Bureau Headmaster? Pricing

You can purchase Bureau Headmaster 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 Bureau Headmaster legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Bureau Headmaster in Standard is not available.

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

Is Bureau Headmaster legal in Modern? Legality

Bureau Headmaster is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Bureau Headmaster legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Bureau Headmaster is Legal in Commander (EDH) format.

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

Is Bureau Headmaster legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Bureau Headmaster in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Bureau Headmaster legal in Legacy? Legality

Bureau Headmaster is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Bureau Headmaster legal in Vintage? Legality

Bureau Headmaster is Legal in Vintage format.

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 Bureau Headmaster legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Bureau Headmaster 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 Bureau Headmaster from? Details

This printing of Bureau Headmaster is from ACR (ACR), with collector number 296.

Bureau Headmaster may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Bureau Headmaster's rarity? Details

Bureau Headmaster is a uncommon card in ACR.

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

Who illustrated Bureau Headmaster? Details

Bureau Headmaster was illustrated by Thanh Tuấn.

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

What is Bureau Headmaster's power and toughness? Details

Bureau Headmaster is a 2/2 creature.

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

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