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Padeem, Consul of Innovation is a uncommon Legendary Creature — Vedalken Artificer from CMM (CMM) costing {3}{U}. Current price: $0.87 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Padeem, Consul of Innovation MTG card

Padeem, Consul of Innovation

Legendary Creature — Vedalken Artificer

Card Text

Artifacts you control have hexproof. (They can't be the targets of spells or abilities your opponents control.) At the beginning of your upkeep, if you control the artifact with the greatest mana value or tied for the greatest mana value, draw a card.

"Impress me."

Card Stats

1/4 uncommon CMC: 4.0 CMM CMM 🎨 Matt Stewart

Market Prices

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$0.87
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$1.34
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$2.49
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$3.99
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€0.71
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€0.94
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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 (7 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Padeem, Consul of Innovation? Basics

Padeem, Consul of Innovation is a Legendary Creature — Vedalken Artificer card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Artifacts you control have hexproof. (They can't be the targets of spells or abilities your opponents control.) At the beginning of your upkeep, if you control the artifact with the greatest mana value or tied for the greatest mana value, draw a card."

How much mana does Padeem, Consul of Innovation cost to cast? Basics

Padeem, Consul of Innovation has a mana cost of {3}{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.

Padeem, Consul of Innovation's mana cost of {3}{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.

Padeem, Consul of Innovation 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.

Padeem, Consul of Innovation's current oracle text is: "Artifacts you control have hexproof. (They can't be the targets of spells or abilities your opponents control.) At the beginning of your upkeep, if you control the artifact with the greatest mana value or tied for the greatest mana value, draw a card."

What is the current price of Padeem, Consul of Innovation? Pricing

The current market price for Padeem, Consul of Innovation is approximately $0.87 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $1.34 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.71 EUR.

Where can I buy Padeem, Consul of Innovation? Pricing

You can purchase Padeem, Consul of Innovation 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.

Padeem, Consul of Innovation normal: $0.87 | foil: $1.34

Is Padeem, Consul of Innovation legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Padeem, Consul of Innovation in Standard is not available.

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

Is Padeem, Consul of Innovation legal in Modern? Legality

Padeem, Consul of Innovation is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Padeem, Consul of Innovation legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Padeem, Consul of Innovation 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 Padeem, Consul of Innovation legal in Pioneer? Legality

Padeem, Consul of Innovation is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Padeem, Consul of Innovation legal in Legacy? Legality

Padeem, Consul of Innovation is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Padeem, Consul of Innovation legal in Vintage? Legality

Padeem, Consul of Innovation 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 Padeem, Consul of Innovation legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Padeem, Consul of Innovation 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 Padeem, Consul of Innovation from? Details

This printing of Padeem, Consul of Innovation is from CMM (CMM), with collector number 109.

Padeem, Consul of Innovation may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Padeem, Consul of Innovation's rarity? Details

Padeem, Consul of Innovation is a uncommon card in CMM.

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

Who illustrated Padeem, Consul of Innovation? Details

Padeem, Consul of Innovation was illustrated by Matt Stewart.

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

What is Padeem, Consul of Innovation's power and toughness? Details

Padeem, Consul of Innovation is a 1/4 creature.

Power (1) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (4) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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