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Synod Artificer is a rare Creature — Vedalken Artificer from DST (DST) costing {2}{U}. Current price: $0.42 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Synod Artificer MTG card

Synod Artificer

Creature — Vedalken Artificer

Card Text

{X}, {T}: Tap X target noncreature artifacts. {X}, {T}: Untap X target noncreature artifacts.

Memnarch shared a touch of his power with the vedalken in return for their service. It is a debt he intends to collect.

Card Stats

1/2 rare CMC: 3.0 DST DST 🎨 Mark Zug

Market Prices

TCGPlayer
$0.42
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TCGPlayer
$2.96
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Card Kingdom
$0.59
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Card Kingdom
$2.99
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Cardmarket
€0.27
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Cardmarket
€1.29
Foil
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Penny Legal
Predh Legal
Vintage Legal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Synod Artificer? Basics

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

Its ability reads: "{X}, {T}: Tap X target noncreature artifacts. {X}, {T}: Untap X target noncreature artifacts."

How much mana does Synod Artificer cost to cast? Basics

Synod Artificer has a mana cost of {2}{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.

Synod Artificer's mana cost of {2}{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.

Synod Artificer 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.

Synod Artificer's current oracle text is: "{X}, {T}: Tap X target noncreature artifacts. {X}, {T}: Untap X target noncreature artifacts."

What is the current price of Synod Artificer? Pricing

The current market price for Synod Artificer is approximately $0.42 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $2.96 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.27 EUR.

Where can I buy Synod Artificer? Pricing

You can purchase Synod Artificer 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.

Synod Artificer normal: $0.42 | foil: $2.96

Is Synod Artificer legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Synod Artificer in Standard is not available.

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

Is Synod Artificer legal in Modern? Legality

Synod Artificer is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Synod Artificer legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Synod Artificer 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 Synod Artificer legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Synod Artificer in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Synod Artificer legal in Legacy? Legality

Synod Artificer is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Synod Artificer legal in Vintage? Legality

Synod Artificer 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 Synod Artificer legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Synod Artificer 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 Synod Artificer from? Details

This printing of Synod Artificer is from DST (DST), with collector number 34.

Synod Artificer may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Synod Artificer's rarity? Details

Synod Artificer is a rare card in DST.

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

Who illustrated Synod Artificer? Details

Synod Artificer was illustrated by Mark Zug.

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

What is Synod Artificer's power and toughness? Details

Synod Artificer is a 1/2 creature.

Power (1) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (2) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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