Quick Answer

Puppet Master is a uncommon Enchantment — Aura from BCHR (BCHR) costing {U}{U}{U}. Legal in Commander.

Puppet Master MTG card

Puppet Master

Enchantment — Aura

Card Text

Enchant creature When enchanted creature dies, return that card to its owner's hand. If that card is returned to its owner's hand this way, you may pay {U}{U}{U}. If you do, return this card to its owner's hand.

Card Stats

uncommon CMC: 3.0 BCHR BCHR 🎨 Sandra Everingham
Enchant

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Oldschool Legal
Predh Legal
Premodern Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (3 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Puppet Master? Basics

Puppet Master is a Enchantment — Aura card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Enchant creature When enchanted creature dies, return that card to its owner's hand. If that card is returned to its owner's hand this way, you may pay {U}{U}{U}. If you do, return this card to its owner's hand."

How much mana does Puppet Master cost to cast? Basics

Puppet Master has a mana cost of {U}{U}{U}, which equals 3.0 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.

Puppet Master's mana cost of {U}{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.

Puppet Master has a mana value of 3.0. 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.

Puppet Master's current oracle text is: "Enchant creature When enchanted creature dies, return that card to its owner's hand. If that card is returned to its owner's hand this way, you may pay {U}{U}{U}. If you do, return this card to its owner's hand."

What is the current price of Puppet Master? Pricing

Price data for Puppet Master is currently unavailable. Check TCGPlayer or Card Kingdom for current prices.

Where can I buy Puppet Master? Pricing

You can purchase Puppet Master 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 Puppet Master legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Puppet Master in Standard is not available.

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

Is Puppet Master legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Puppet Master in Modern is not available.

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

Is Puppet Master legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Puppet Master 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 Puppet Master legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Puppet Master in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Puppet Master legal in Legacy? Legality

Puppet Master is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Puppet Master legal in Vintage? Legality

Puppet Master 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 Puppet Master legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Puppet Master 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 Puppet Master from? Details

This printing of Puppet Master is from BCHR (BCHR), with collector number 23.

Puppet Master may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Puppet Master's rarity? Details

Puppet Master is a uncommon card in BCHR.

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

Who illustrated Puppet Master? Details

Puppet Master was illustrated by Sandra Everingham.

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

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