Quick Answer

Sylvan Tutor is a rare Sorcery from J20 (J20) costing {G}. Legal in Commander.

Sylvan Tutor MTG card

Sylvan Tutor

Sorcery

Card Text

Search your library for a creature card, reveal it, then shuffle and put that card on top.

The whole of creation stood transfixed, silenced by the weight of anticipation.

Card Stats

rare CMC: 1.0 J20 J20 🎨 Iris Compiet

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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Brawl Legal
Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Gladiator Legal
Historic Legal
Legacy Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Predh Legal
Timeless Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (5 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sylvan Tutor? Basics

Sylvan Tutor is a Sorcery card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Search your library for a creature card, reveal it, then shuffle and put that card on top."

How much mana does Sylvan Tutor cost to cast? Basics

Sylvan Tutor has a mana cost of {G}, which equals 1.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires G 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.

Sylvan Tutor's mana cost of {G} 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.

Sylvan Tutor has a mana value of 1.0. 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.

Sylvan Tutor's current oracle text is: "Search your library for a creature card, reveal it, then shuffle and put that card on top."

What is the current price of Sylvan Tutor? Pricing

Price data for Sylvan Tutor is currently unavailable. Check TCGPlayer or Card Kingdom for current prices.

Where can I buy Sylvan Tutor? Pricing

You can purchase Sylvan Tutor 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 Sylvan Tutor legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Sylvan Tutor in Standard is not available.

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

Is Sylvan Tutor legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Sylvan Tutor in Modern is not available.

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

Is Sylvan Tutor legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Sylvan Tutor 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 Sylvan Tutor legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Sylvan Tutor in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Sylvan Tutor legal in Legacy? Legality

Sylvan Tutor is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Sylvan Tutor legal in Vintage? Legality

Sylvan Tutor 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 Sylvan Tutor legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Sylvan Tutor 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 Sylvan Tutor from? Details

This printing of Sylvan Tutor is from J20 (J20), with collector number 8.

Sylvan Tutor may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Sylvan Tutor's rarity? Details

Sylvan Tutor is a rare card in J20.

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

Who illustrated Sylvan Tutor? Details

Sylvan Tutor was illustrated by Iris Compiet.

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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