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Epistolary Librarian is a rare Creature — Astartes Wizard from 40K (40K) costing {2}{W}{U}. Current price: $0.27 USD. Legal in Commander.

Epistolary Librarian MTG card

Epistolary Librarian

Creature — Astartes Wizard

Card Text

Veil of Time — Whenever this creature attacks, you may cast a spell with mana value X or less from your hand without paying its mana cost, where X is the number of attacking creatures.

"Bolters? Chainswords? All fine weapons, however I wield a far more dangerous power."

Card Stats

3/4 rare CMC: 4.0 40K 40K 🎨 Games Workshop
Veil of Time

Market Prices

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$0.27
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$0.69
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$0.49
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€0.29
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€0.70
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (2 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Epistolary Librarian? Basics

Epistolary Librarian is a Creature — Astartes Wizard card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Veil of Time — Whenever this creature attacks, you may cast a spell with mana value X or less from your hand without paying its mana cost, where X is the number of attacking creatures."

How much mana does Epistolary Librarian cost to cast? Basics

Epistolary Librarian has a mana cost of {2}{W}{U}, which equals 4.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires U, 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.

Epistolary Librarian's mana cost of {2}{W}{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.

Epistolary Librarian 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.

Epistolary Librarian's current oracle text is: "Veil of Time — Whenever this creature attacks, you may cast a spell with mana value X or less from your hand without paying its mana cost, where X is the number of attacking creatures."

What is the current price of Epistolary Librarian? Pricing

The current market price for Epistolary Librarian is approximately $0.27 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.29 EUR.

Where can I buy Epistolary Librarian? Pricing

You can purchase Epistolary Librarian 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 Epistolary Librarian legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Epistolary Librarian in Standard is not available.

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

Is Epistolary Librarian legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Epistolary Librarian in Modern is not available.

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

Is Epistolary Librarian legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Epistolary Librarian 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 Epistolary Librarian legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Epistolary Librarian in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Epistolary Librarian legal in Legacy? Legality

Epistolary Librarian is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Epistolary Librarian legal in Vintage? Legality

Epistolary Librarian 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 Epistolary Librarian legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Epistolary Librarian 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 Epistolary Librarian from? Details

This printing of Epistolary Librarian is from 40K (40K), with collector number 118.

Epistolary Librarian may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Epistolary Librarian's rarity? Details

Epistolary Librarian is a rare card in 40K.

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

Who illustrated Epistolary Librarian? Details

Epistolary Librarian was illustrated by Games Workshop.

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

What is Epistolary Librarian's power and toughness? Details

Epistolary Librarian is a 3/4 creature.

Power (3) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (4) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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