Snapcaster Mage is a Mythic Rare Human Wizard from the 2023 Shadows of the Past set, featuring the iconic flashback mechanic in Magic: The Gathering.
Snapcaster Mage
2023 • Magic: The Gathering • Shadows of the Past
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Snapcaster Mage, designated as card number 23 in the 2023 Shadows of the Past set, remains a cornerstone of strategic play in Magic: The Gathering. As a Mythic Rare Human Wizard, this card is highly valued for its ability to manipulate the graveyard, a key resource in many competitive decks. The card’s design emphasizes its mana cost of {1}{U}, making it an efficient threat that can be cast during the opponent's turn thanks to its Flash ability. The true collector appeal of Snapcaster Mage lies in its powerful rules text. When it enters the battlefield, it allows the caster to target an instant or sorcery card in their graveyard, granting it flashback until the end of the turn. This means the player can cast that spell immediately, effectively recycling powerful effects and gaining significant tempo advantage. This mechanic has made the card a staple in various formats, driving consistent demand among both players and investors. For collectors focusing on the Shadows of the Past series, Snapcaster Mage represents a pivotal piece of the set's lore and gameplay identity. Its status as a Mythic Rare ensures it stands out among other cards in the expansion, offering a distinct aesthetic and mechanical weight. Whether you are building a competitive deck or curating a collection of iconic Magic cards, this release offers enduring value.
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Snapcaster Mage
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Mythic Rare
Volkan Baǵa
Card Stock
English
{1}{U}
Creature — Human Wizard
2 / 1
U
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Flash When this creature enters, target instant or sorcery card in your graveyard gains flashback until end of turn. The flashback cost is equal to its mana cost. (You may cast that card from your graveyard for its flashback cost. Then exile it.)




















