The 2013 Magic: The Gathering M14 release features Elite Arcanist as a Rare foil card, offering a unique ability to copy instant spells from hand.
Elite Arcanist
2013 • Magic: The Gathering • Magic
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Designed by James Zapata, this Human Wizard creature card has a mana cost of {3}{U} and a power/toughness of 1/1. Its defining feature is a powerful ability that allows the owner to exile an instant card from their hand upon entering the battlefield. Later, the player can tap the Arcanist and sacrifice X mana to copy the exiled instant, casting that copy without paying its mana cost. This mechanic makes the card a versatile tool in Magic: The Gathering gameplay, particularly for decks focusing on instant-speed interactions. Collectors value this card for its elegant mechanics and the premium foil treatment found in the M14 set. Whether you are building a competitive deck or focusing on the artistic and mechanical appeal of the M14 era, Elite Arcanist remains a notable entry in the game's history. Its design and functionality continue to attract attention from both veteran players and new collectors exploring the rich lore of the Magic universe.
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Elite Arcanist
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Rare
James Zapata
Card Stock
English
Foil
{3}{U}
Creature — Human Wizard
1 / 1
U
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When this creature enters, you may exile an instant card from your hand. {X}, {T}: Copy the exiled card. You may cast the copy without paying its mana cost. X is the mana value of the exiled card.
