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The Ethereal Investigator (Card #12) is a rare Spirit creature from Magic: The Gathering's 2021 Crimson Vow Commander subset, featuring a unique design by Sean Murray.

Ethereal Investigator

2021 • Magic: The Gathering • Crimson Vow • Commander

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Product Overview

Description

Released in 2021 as part of the Crimson Vow Commander subset, the Ethereal Investigator is a distinct entry in Magic: The Gathering’s history. Identified as Card #12, this Rare Spirit creature stands out for its innovative gameplay mechanics that reward strategic card advantage. The Ethereal Investigator serves as a powerful tool for players seeking to manipulate their hand size. When played, it triggers an effect based on the number of opponents, allowing you to create Clue tokens. These artifacts can be sacrificed to draw cards, effectively turning the investigator into a card-drawing engine. Furthermore, the card features a passive ability that generates a 1/1 white Spirit token with flying whenever you draw your second card in a turn. This synergy makes it particularly appealing for decks focused on drawing power and board presence. Collectors and players alike appreciate the Ethereal Investigator for its elegant rules text and versatile utility. As a Commander subset card, it offers a dedicated format experience, distinct from standard set releases. Its status as a Rare card adds to its collectibility, making it a notable piece for any Magic: The Gathering enthusiast looking to expand their collection with high-quality, gameplay-impactful cards. The combination of its Spirit subtype and flying ability ensures it remains a formidable presence on the battlefield.

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Card Details

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Catalog Profile

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Year

2021

Series

Crimson Vow

Subset

Commander

Subset Type

Subset

Card Number

#12

Featured Subject

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Game

Magic: The Gathering

TCG Attributes

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Rarity

Rare

Artist

Sean Murray

Material

Card Stock

Language

English

Mana cost

{3}{U}

Type

Creature — Spirit

Power / Toughness

2 / 3

Color

U

Card Text

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Flying When this creature enters, investigate X times, where X is the number of opponents you have. (To investigate, create a Clue token. It's an artifact with "{2}, Sacrifice this token: Draw a card.") Whenever you draw your second card each turn, create a 1/1 white Spirit creature token with flying.

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FAQ

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What is the Ethereal Investigator's mana cost and type?

The Ethereal Investigator has a mana cost of {3}{U} and is classified as a Creature — Spirit with a mana value of 4. It is a blue card with a power and toughness of 2/3.

How does the Ethereal Investigator's card draw mechanic work?

When the Ethereal Investigator enters the battlefield, it creates Clue tokens equal to the number of opponents. You can sacrifice these Clues to draw cards. Additionally, it creates a 1/1 white Spirit with flying whenever you draw your second card each turn.

Which set is the Ethereal Investigator from?

The Ethereal Investigator is part of the Crimson Vow Commander subset released in 2021. It is designated as Card #12 in this collection.

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