Quick Answer

Syndicate Recruiter is a rare Creature — Vampire Rogue from YSNC (YSNC) costing {2}{U}{B}.

Syndicate Recruiter MTG card

Syndicate Recruiter

Creature — Vampire Rogue

Card Text

Flying, ward {1} When Syndicate Recruiter enters the battlefield, mill four cards. Then if there are five or more mana values among cards in your graveyard, conjure a card named Dig Up the Body into your hand.

Card Stats

4/5 rare CMC: 4.0 YSNC YSNC 🎨 Bastien L. Deharme
Conjure Flying Mill Ward

Format Legality

Brawl Legal
Gladiator Legal
Historic Legal
Timeless Legal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Syndicate Recruiter? Basics

Syndicate Recruiter is a Creature — Vampire Rogue card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Flying, ward {1} When Syndicate Recruiter enters the battlefield, mill four cards. Then if there are five or more mana values among cards in your graveyard, conjure a card named Dig Up the Body into your hand."

How much mana does Syndicate Recruiter cost to cast? Basics

Syndicate Recruiter has a mana cost of {2}{U}{B}, which equals 4.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires B, 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.

Syndicate Recruiter's mana cost of {2}{U}{B} 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.

Syndicate Recruiter 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.

Syndicate Recruiter's current oracle text is: "Flying, ward {1} When Syndicate Recruiter enters the battlefield, mill four cards. Then if there are five or more mana values among cards in your graveyard, conjure a card named Dig Up the Body into your hand."

What is the current price of Syndicate Recruiter? Pricing

Price data for Syndicate Recruiter is currently unavailable. Check TCGPlayer or Card Kingdom for current prices.

Where can I buy Syndicate Recruiter? Pricing

You can purchase Syndicate Recruiter 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 Syndicate Recruiter legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Syndicate Recruiter in Standard is not available.

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

Is Syndicate Recruiter legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Syndicate Recruiter in Modern is not available.

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

Is Syndicate Recruiter legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Format legality information for Syndicate Recruiter in Commander is not available.

Commander is a casual multiplayer format where you build a 100-card singleton deck around a legendary creature.

Is Syndicate Recruiter legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Syndicate Recruiter in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Syndicate Recruiter legal in Legacy? Legality

Format legality information for Syndicate Recruiter in Legacy is not available.

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

Is Syndicate Recruiter legal in Vintage? Legality

Format legality information for Syndicate Recruiter in Vintage is not available.

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 Syndicate Recruiter legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Syndicate Recruiter 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 Syndicate Recruiter from? Details

This printing of Syndicate Recruiter is from YSNC (YSNC), with collector number 30.

Syndicate Recruiter may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Syndicate Recruiter's rarity? Details

Syndicate Recruiter is a rare card in YSNC.

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

Who illustrated Syndicate Recruiter? Details

Syndicate Recruiter was illustrated by Bastien L. Deharme.

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

What is Syndicate Recruiter's power and toughness? Details

Syndicate Recruiter is a 4/5 creature.

Power (4) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (5) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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