Grave Researcher
Magic: The Gathering | Secrets of Strixhaven - Singles
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| Rarity | R |
| Number | 85 |
| Printed in | Magic: The Gathering | Secrets of Strixhaven |
| Other Versions | |
| Available | 9 items |
| From | $1.25 |
| Type | Creature — Troll Warlock |
| Seller | Condition | Card price | Stock | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
NM | $1.25 | 1 | ||
NM | $2.65 | 1 | ||
NMFoil | $2.99 | 1 | ||
NM | $3.15 | 1 | ||
LP | $3.16 | 1 | ||
NM | $1.96 | 2 | Unavailable | |
NMFoil | $1.96 | 2 | Unavailable |
About Grave Researcher
Grave Researcher from Secrets of Strixhaven is currently available from around $0.99. This panel brings together mana value, rules text, format signals, and set details in one place.
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Card Text
At the beginning of your upkeep, surveil 1. Then if there are three or more creature cards in your graveyard, this creature becomes prepared. (While it's prepared, you may cast a copy of its spell. Doing so unprepares it.)
// Back Face //
Put target creature card from a graveyard onto the battlefield under your control. You lose life equal to that card's mana value.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is Grave Researcher worth?
Grave Researcher is currently shown on Card Synced from about $0.99 for Secrets of Strixhaven. This is a live floor on active listings. For MTG singles, foil status and rarity generally have the biggest impact on spread.
Grave Researcher has 2 other tracked printings in other sets or variants, so you can compare across editions before buying.
Is Grave Researcher legal in Commander?
Grave Researcher is legal in Commander. It is also legal in Modern, legal in Pioneer.
Is Grave Researcher 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 Grave Researcher on the Reserved List?
No. Grave Researcher is not on the Reserved List. That can affect long-term scarcity and collector demand.
What is Grave Researcher in-game text?
In game, Grave Researcher is a Creature — Troll Warlock // Sorcery with text that starts: "At the beginning of your upkeep, surveil 1. Then if there are three or more creature cards in your graveyard, this creature becomes prepared. (While it's prepared, you may cast a copy of its spell. Doing so unprepares it.)".
How popular is Grave Researcher in Commander decks?
Grave Researcher ranks #2,402 on EDHREC for Commander inclusion, which is a proxy for market demand and practical deck usage.
Other Printings of Grave Researcher
This card has been printed in 2 other sets. Compare prices across different editions.
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As a 3/3 creature, Grave Researcher can be a valuable addition to your deck. With keywords like Surveil, Prepared, it offers unique strategic options.
Grave Researcher ranks #2,402 on EDHREC, making it a popular choice for Commander players. Browse our selection to find the best deal.
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Searchers looking for Grave Researcher legality or value usually care about the same things: current format status, available printings, and whether the card is seeing fresh demand from Commander, Modern, or Pioneer players. This page keeps those signals together.