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The Inspector Inspector is a rare Legendary Creature — Human Detective from UNK (UNK) costing {2}{W}.

The Inspector Inspector MTG card

The Inspector Inspector

Legendary Creature — Human Detective

Card Text

Other creatures you control enter the battlefield as a copy of Thraben Inspector. (They're 1/2s with "When this creature enters the battlefield, investigate".) {2}, Sacrifice The Inspector Inspector: Draw a card.

Card Stats

1/2 rare CMC: 3.0 UNK UNK
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Inspector Inspector? Basics

The Inspector Inspector is a Legendary Creature — Human Detective card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Other creatures you control enter the battlefield as a copy of Thraben Inspector. (They're 1/2s with "When this creature enters the battlefield, investigate".) {2}, Sacrifice The Inspector Inspector: Draw a card."

How much mana does The Inspector Inspector cost to cast? Basics

The Inspector Inspector has a mana cost of {2}{W}, which equals 3.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires W 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.

The Inspector Inspector's mana cost of {2}{W} 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.

The Inspector Inspector 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.

The Inspector Inspector's current oracle text is: "Other creatures you control enter the battlefield as a copy of Thraben Inspector. (They're 1/2s with "When this creature enters the battlefield, investigate".) {2}, Sacrifice The Inspector Inspector: Draw a card."

What is the current price of The Inspector Inspector? Pricing

Price data for The Inspector Inspector is currently unavailable. Check TCGPlayer or Card Kingdom for current prices.

Where can I buy The Inspector Inspector? Pricing

You can purchase The Inspector Inspector 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 The Inspector Inspector legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for The Inspector Inspector in Standard is not available.

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

Is The Inspector Inspector legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for The Inspector Inspector in Modern is not available.

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

Is The Inspector Inspector legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Format legality information for The Inspector Inspector in Commander is not available.

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

Is The Inspector Inspector legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for The Inspector Inspector in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is The Inspector Inspector legal in Legacy? Legality

Format legality information for The Inspector Inspector in Legacy is not available.

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

Is The Inspector Inspector legal in Vintage? Legality

Format legality information for The Inspector Inspector 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 The Inspector Inspector legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for The Inspector Inspector 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 The Inspector Inspector from? Details

This printing of The Inspector Inspector is from UNK (UNK), with collector number RW03e.

The Inspector Inspector may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is The Inspector Inspector's rarity? Details

The Inspector Inspector is a rare card in UNK.

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

Who illustrated The Inspector Inspector? Details

The Inspector Inspector was illustrated by an unknown artist.

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

What is The Inspector Inspector's power and toughness? Details

The Inspector Inspector 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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