Starfield Mystic

Description

Starfield Mystic, card number 39, is a Rare creature from the Magic: The Gathering Core Set 2020 (M20) released in 2019. Illustrated by Eric Deschamps, this foil card features the Human Cleric with a mana cost of {1}{W} and a power/toughness of 2/2. Collectors targeting the base M20 checklist often seek this card number to complete their set, particularly those focused on the white mana color identity. The card provides strategic value within the game through its enchantment synergy. It reduces the cost of enchantment spells you cast by {1}, offering significant mana acceleration for decks built around that archetype. Additionally, whenever an enchantment you control is put into a graveyard from the battlefield, you place a +1/+1 counter on Starfield Mystic. This dual effect makes it a functional piece in both casual and competitive environments, appealing to players who value utility in low-cost creatures. The foil finish distinguishes this card from the nonfoil version, while its rules text allows enchantment spells to cost {1} less to cast. As a Rare, it is a staple of the Core Set 2020 distribution, making it a fundamental component for anyone completing the full M20 run. The card’s ability to interact with enchantments highlights the design philosophy of the era, which emphasized multi-color synergy and resource management. As a Human Cleric creature with mana value 2, the card features an ability that places a +1/+1 counter on itself whenever an enchantment you control is put into a graveyard from the battlefield.