Quick Answer

Illuminator Virtuoso is a uncommon Creature — Human Rogue from SNC (SNC) costing {1}{W}. Current price: $0.09 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Illuminator Virtuoso MTG card

Illuminator Virtuoso

Creature — Human Rogue

Card Text

Double strike Whenever this creature becomes the target of a spell you control, it connives. (Draw a card, then discard a card. If you discarded a nonland card, put a +1/+1 counter on this creature.)

The Obscura reserve their keenest blades for traitors in their midst.

Card Stats

1/1 uncommon CMC: 2.0 SNC SNC 🎨 John Stanko
Connive Double strike

Market Prices

TCGPlayer
$0.09
Normal
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TCGPlayer
$0.19
Foil
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Card Kingdom
$0.35
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Card Kingdom
$0.49
Foil
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Cardmarket
€0.22
Normal
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Cardmarket
€0.38
Foil
Buy
Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Illuminator Virtuoso? Basics

Illuminator Virtuoso is a Creature — Human Rogue card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Double strike Whenever this creature becomes the target of a spell you control, it connives. (Draw a card, then discard a card. If you discarded a nonland card, put a +1/+1 counter on this creature.)"

How much mana does Illuminator Virtuoso cost to cast? Basics

Illuminator Virtuoso has a mana cost of {1}{W}, which equals 2.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires 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.

Illuminator Virtuoso's mana cost of {1}{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.

Illuminator Virtuoso 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.

Illuminator Virtuoso's current oracle text is: "Double strike Whenever this creature becomes the target of a spell you control, it connives. (Draw a card, then discard a card. If you discarded a nonland card, put a +1/+1 counter on this creature.)"

What is the current price of Illuminator Virtuoso? Pricing

The current market price for Illuminator Virtuoso is approximately $0.09 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $0.19 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.22 EUR.

Where can I buy Illuminator Virtuoso? Pricing

You can purchase Illuminator Virtuoso 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.

Illuminator Virtuoso normal: $0.09 | foil: $0.19

Is Illuminator Virtuoso legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Illuminator Virtuoso in Standard is not available.

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

Is Illuminator Virtuoso legal in Modern? Legality

Illuminator Virtuoso is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Illuminator Virtuoso legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Illuminator Virtuoso 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 Illuminator Virtuoso legal in Pioneer? Legality

Illuminator Virtuoso is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Illuminator Virtuoso legal in Legacy? Legality

Illuminator Virtuoso is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Illuminator Virtuoso legal in Vintage? Legality

Illuminator Virtuoso 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 Illuminator Virtuoso legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Illuminator Virtuoso 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 Illuminator Virtuoso from? Details

This printing of Illuminator Virtuoso is from SNC (SNC), with collector number 17.

Illuminator Virtuoso may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Illuminator Virtuoso's rarity? Details

Illuminator Virtuoso is a uncommon card in SNC.

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

Who illustrated Illuminator Virtuoso? Details

Illuminator Virtuoso was illustrated by John Stanko.

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

What is Illuminator Virtuoso's power and toughness? Details

Illuminator Virtuoso is a 1/1 creature.

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

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