Quick Answer

Spell Satchel is a uncommon Artifact from STX (STX) costing {2}. Current price: $0.08 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Spell Satchel MTG card

Spell Satchel

Artifact

Card Text

Magecraft — Whenever you cast or copy an instant or sorcery spell, put a book counter on this artifact. {T}, Remove a book counter from this artifact: Add {C}. {3}, {T}, Remove three book counters from this artifact: Draw a card.

Card Stats

uncommon CMC: 2.0 STX STX 🎨 YW Tang
Magecraft

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Market Prices

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$0.08
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$0.17
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$0.35
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$0.49
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€0.07
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€0.16
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Prices updated: 2025-12-16

Format Legality

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Spell Satchel? Basics

Spell Satchel is a Artifact card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Magecraft — Whenever you cast or copy an instant or sorcery spell, put a book counter on this artifact. {T}, Remove a book counter from this artifact: Add {C}. {3}, {T}, Remove three book counters from this artifact: Draw a card."

How much mana does Spell Satchel cost to cast? Basics

Spell Satchel has a mana cost of {2}, which equals 2.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It is a colorless card and can be cast with any color of mana.

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.

Spell Satchel's mana cost of {2} 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.

Spell Satchel 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.

Spell Satchel's current oracle text is: "Magecraft — Whenever you cast or copy an instant or sorcery spell, put a book counter on this artifact. {T}, Remove a book counter from this artifact: Add {C}. {3}, {T}, Remove three book counters from this artifact: Draw a card."

What is the current price of Spell Satchel? Pricing

The current market price for Spell Satchel is approximately $0.08 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $0.17 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.07 EUR.

Where can I buy Spell Satchel? Pricing

You can purchase Spell Satchel 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.

Spell Satchel normal: $0.08 | foil: $0.17

Is Spell Satchel legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Spell Satchel in Standard is not available.

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

Is Spell Satchel legal in Modern? Legality

Spell Satchel is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Spell Satchel legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Spell Satchel 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 Spell Satchel legal in Pioneer? Legality

Spell Satchel is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Spell Satchel legal in Legacy? Legality

Spell Satchel is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Spell Satchel legal in Vintage? Legality

Spell Satchel 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 Spell Satchel legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Spell Satchel 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 Spell Satchel from? Details

This printing of Spell Satchel is from STX (STX), with collector number 258.

Spell Satchel may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Spell Satchel's rarity? Details

Spell Satchel is a uncommon card in STX.

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

Who illustrated Spell Satchel? Details

Spell Satchel was illustrated by YW Tang.

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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