Identify the Synod Artificer, card number 34 from the 2004 Darksteel expansion of Magic: The Gathering, featuring a rare Vedalken Artificer creature.
2004 • Magic: The Gathering • Darksteel
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The Synod Artificer (DST-34) is a notable Rare creature card from Magic: The Gathering’s 2004 Darksteel expansion. As a Vedalken Artificer, this card features a mana cost of {2}{U} and serves as a flexible tool for players interested in artifact-centric strategies. The card’s versatility allows the controller to either tap or untap up to X noncreature artifacts, making it a valuable asset for controlling the board state or fueling synergistic combos. For collectors, this card represents a key piece of the Darksteel era, a period known for its innovative mechanics and distinct aesthetic. The 2004 release established many design conventions that continue to influence modern Magic gameplay. Card number 34 is highly sought after by those building complete sets of the Darksteel expansion. Whether you are a competitive player looking to expand your historical deck options or a catalog collector aiming to complete the DST subset, the Synod Artificer offers both mechanical depth and historical significance. Its enduring presence in the Magic: The Gathering ecosystem ensures it remains a relevant and desirable addition to any serious collection.
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Synod Artificer
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Mark Zug
Card Stock
English
{2}{U}
Creature — Vedalken Artificer
1 / 2
U
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{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.
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