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Curator of Mysteries is a rare Creature — Sphinx from AFC (AFC) costing {2}{U}{U}. Current price: $0.21 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Curator of Mysteries MTG card

Curator of Mysteries

Creature — Sphinx

Card Text

Flying Whenever you cycle or discard another card, scry 1. Cycling {U} ({U}, Discard this card: Draw a card.)

To consult a sphinx is a test in patience. Perhaps that's the point.

Card Stats

4/4 rare CMC: 4.0 AFC AFC 🎨 Christine Choi
Cycling Flying Scry

Market Prices

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€0.28
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Brawl Legal
Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Gladiator Legal
Historic Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Penny Legal
Pioneer Legal
Timeless Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (6 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Curator of Mysteries? Basics

Curator of Mysteries is a Creature — Sphinx card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Flying Whenever you cycle or discard another card, scry 1. Cycling {U} ({U}, Discard this card: Draw a card.)"

How much mana does Curator of Mysteries cost to cast? Basics

Curator of Mysteries has a mana cost of {2}{U}{U}, which equals 4.0 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.

Curator of Mysteries's mana cost of {2}{U}{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.

Curator of Mysteries has a mana value of 4.0. 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.

Curator of Mysteries's current oracle text is: "Flying Whenever you cycle or discard another card, scry 1. Cycling {U} ({U}, Discard this card: Draw a card.)"

What is the current price of Curator of Mysteries? Pricing

The current market price for Curator of Mysteries is approximately $0.21 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.28 EUR.

Where can I buy Curator of Mysteries? Pricing

You can purchase Curator of Mysteries 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 Curator of Mysteries legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Curator of Mysteries in Standard is not available.

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

Is Curator of Mysteries legal in Modern? Legality

Curator of Mysteries is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Curator of Mysteries legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Curator of Mysteries 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 Curator of Mysteries legal in Pioneer? Legality

Curator of Mysteries is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Curator of Mysteries legal in Legacy? Legality

Curator of Mysteries is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Curator of Mysteries legal in Vintage? Legality

Curator of Mysteries 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 Curator of Mysteries legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Curator of Mysteries 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 Curator of Mysteries from? Details

This printing of Curator of Mysteries is from AFC (AFC), with collector number 81.

Curator of Mysteries may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Curator of Mysteries's rarity? Details

Curator of Mysteries is a rare card in AFC.

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

Who illustrated Curator of Mysteries? Details

Curator of Mysteries was illustrated by Christine Choi.

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

What is Curator of Mysteries's power and toughness? Details

Curator of Mysteries is a 4/4 creature.

Power (4) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (4) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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