The 2018 Duel Decks: Elves vs. Inventors release features Trinket Mage as card number 41, a Common Human Wizard capable of searching for low-cost artifacts.
Trinket Mage
2018 • Magic: The Gathering • Duel Decks: Elves vs. Inventors
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| Condition | Value | Comps | Source | Price Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Raw / Ungraded | $0.40 | Unknown | Guide Estimate Based on TCGplayer Market (reference) | Source Observation Date Unavailable |
Price HistoryOver the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $0.40 to $0.42 across 2 capture days. Change between Sep 4, 2026 and Sep 12, 2026: -4.8%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts. | ||||
Raw / Ungraded
$0.40- Comps
- Unknown
- Source
Guide Estimate
Based on TCGplayer Market (reference)- Price Date
- Source Observation Date Unavailable
Price HistoryOver the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $0.40 to $0.42 across 2 capture days. Change between Sep 4, 2026 and Sep 12, 2026: -4.8%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts.
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Description
Trinket Mage is a creature card from the Magic: The Gathering Duel Decks: Elves vs. Inventors set, released in 2018. Identified as card number 41 in the DDU set, this Common card is classified as a Human Wizard with a mana cost of {2}{U} and a mana value of 3. The card features a power and toughness of 2/2, making it a modest but functional unit in the game. The primary appeal of this card lies in its triggered ability. When Trinket Mage enters the battlefield, the controller may search their library for an artifact card with a mana value of 1 or less. After revealing the chosen card, it is placed into the player's hand, and the library is subsequently shuffled. This mechanic provides immediate resource acceleration, allowing players to find essential one-mana artifacts to support their strategy. Created by artist Scott Chou, the card represents a staple of blue mana acceleration in the Duel Decks format. Collectors of Magic: The Gathering often seek out specific cards from the Elves vs. Inventors release to complete their set collections or to preserve pieces of the game's history. The clear rules text and straightforward design make it an accessible addition for new and veteran players alike. Whether used for its gameplay utility or collected as part of the broader Duel Decks catalog, Trinket Mage remains a recognizable element of the 2018 release. Understanding the identity and function of cards like Trinket Mage helps enthusiasts appreciate the design choices made during the Elves vs. Inventors era.
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Trinket Mage
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Scott Chou
Card Stock
English
{2}{U}
Creature — Human Wizard
2 / 2
U
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When this creature enters, you may search your library for an artifact card with mana value 1 or less, reveal that card, put it into your hand, then shuffle.
