Author of Shadows (Extended Art)
Magic: The Gathering | Commander 2021 - Singles
| Rarity | R |
| Number | 362 |
| Printed in | Magic: The Gathering | Commander 2021 |
| Available | 3 items |
| From | £1.03 |
| Type | Creature — Shade Warlock |
Format Legality
About Author of Shadows (Extended Art)
Author of Shadows (Extended Art) from Commander 2021 is currently available from around £1.04. This panel brings together mana value, rules text, format signals, and set details in one place.
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Mana Value 5Color Identity
BlackPower / Toughness
Card Text
When this creature enters, exile all opponents' graveyards. Choose a nonland card exiled this way. You may cast that card for as long as it remains exiled, and you may spend mana as though it were mana of any color to cast that spell.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is Author of Shadows (Extended Art) worth?
Author of Shadows (Extended Art) is currently shown on Card Synced from about £1.04 for Commander 2021. This is a live floor on active listings. For MTG singles, foil status and rarity generally have the biggest impact on spread.
Author of Shadows (Extended Art) has 1 other tracked printing in other sets or variants, so you can compare across editions before buying.
Is Author of Shadows (Extended Art) legal in Commander?
Author of Shadows (Extended Art) is legal in Commander. Check the legality table for the full format matrix for this printing.
Is Author of Shadows (Extended Art) legal in Modern, Pioneer, or Vintage?
This card can differ across formats. Card Synced shows a live legality snapshot from Oracle and updates it as rulings change. Use the legality table above to confirm full format details before buying.
Is Author of Shadows (Extended Art) on the Reserved List?
No. Author of Shadows (Extended Art) is not on the Reserved List. That can affect long-term scarcity and collector demand.
What is Author of Shadows (Extended Art) in-game text?
In game, Author of Shadows (Extended Art) is a Creature — Shade Warlock with text that starts: "When this creature enters, exile all opponents' graveyards. Choose a nonland card exiled this way. You may cast that card for as long as it remains exiled, and you may spend mana as though it were mana of any color to cast that spell.".
How popular is Author of Shadows (Extended Art) in Commander decks?
Author of Shadows (Extended Art) ranks #10,495 on EDHREC for Commander inclusion, which is a proxy for market demand and practical deck usage.
Other Printings of Author of Shadows (Extended Art)
This card has been printed in 1 other set. Compare prices across different editions.
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