Quick Answer

Schema Thief is a rare Creature — Vedalken Rogue Artificer from MOC (MOC) costing {3}{U}. Current price: $0.31 USD. Legal in Commander.

Schema Thief MTG card

Schema Thief

Creature — Vedalken Rogue Artificer

Card Text

Flying Whenever this creature deals combat damage to a player, create a token that's a copy of target artifact that player controls.

"An intriguing design, but it would be much better without all that oil."

Card Stats

3/3 rare CMC: 4.0 MOC MOC 🎨 Artur Treffner
Flying

Market Prices

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€0.32
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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 Schema Thief? Basics

Schema Thief is a Creature — Vedalken Rogue Artificer card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Flying Whenever this creature deals combat damage to a player, create a token that's a copy of target artifact that player controls."

How much mana does Schema Thief cost to cast? Basics

Schema Thief 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.

Schema Thief'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.

Schema Thief 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.

Schema Thief's current oracle text is: "Flying Whenever this creature deals combat damage to a player, create a token that's a copy of target artifact that player controls."

What is the current price of Schema Thief? Pricing

The current market price for Schema Thief is approximately $0.31 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.32 EUR.

Where can I buy Schema Thief? Pricing

You can purchase Schema Thief 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 Schema Thief legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Schema Thief in Standard is not available.

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

Is Schema Thief legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Schema Thief in Modern is not available.

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

Is Schema Thief legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Schema Thief 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 Schema Thief legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Schema Thief in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Schema Thief legal in Legacy? Legality

Schema Thief is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Schema Thief legal in Vintage? Legality

Schema Thief 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 Schema Thief legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Schema Thief 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 Schema Thief from? Details

This printing of Schema Thief is from MOC (MOC), with collector number 24.

Schema Thief may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Schema Thief's rarity? Details

Schema Thief is a rare card in MOC.

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

Who illustrated Schema Thief? Details

Schema Thief was illustrated by Artur Treffner.

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

What is Schema Thief's power and toughness? Details

Schema Thief is a 3/3 creature.

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

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