The Proteus Staff (Card #140) from the 2024 Mystery Booster 2 set is a rare artifact in Magic: The Gathering designed for strategic deck building.
Proteus Staff
2024 • Magic: The Gathering • Mystery Booster 2
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The Proteus Staff, designated as card number 140 in the 2024 Mystery Booster 2 set, stands out as a powerful artifact within the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. Designed by Trevor Hairsine, this rare card introduces a sophisticated control mechanic that appeals to both competitive players and collectors who appreciate complex card interactions. As a color identity of blue, the staff functions as a versatile tool for manipulating the battlefield and managing an opponent's resources. The card’s primary ability allows a player to exile a target creature by placing it on the bottom of its owner's library. The creature's controller then searches their library for a creature card, reveals it, puts it onto the battlefield, and places the remaining cards back on the bottom in any order. This activation can only be performed as a sorcery, adding a layer of strategic timing to its use. For those building decks around creature manipulation or library disruption, the Proteus Staff offers a unique interaction that differs from standard bounce or exile effects. Its rarity status within the set makes it a sought-after addition for enthusiasts looking to expand their Magic: The Gathering collections. The card's design and mechanics reflect the innovative spirit of the Mystery Booster series, providing a glimpse into potential future expansions while serving as a distinct piece of modern TCG history.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Proteus Staff
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Rare
Trevor Hairsine
Card Stock
English
{3}
Artifact
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{2}{U}, {T}: Put target creature on the bottom of its owner's library. That creature's controller reveals cards from the top of their library until they reveal a creature card. The player puts that card onto the battlefield and the rest on the bottom of their library in any order. Activate only as a sorcery.
