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Axgard Artisan is a uncommon Creature — Dwarf Artificer from MOM (MOM) costing {1}{R}. Current price: $0.14 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Axgard Artisan MTG card

Axgard Artisan

Creature — Dwarf Artificer

Card Text

Whenever one or more +1/+1 counters are put on this creature for the first time each turn, create a Treasure token. (It's an artifact with "{T}, Sacrifice this token: Add one mana of any color.")

Skodreg knew the Phyrexians wouldn't appreciate his craftsmanship, but they'd get an up-close look just the same.

Card Stats

2/1 uncommon CMC: 2.0 MOM MOM 🎨 Quintin Gleim
Treasure

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Market Prices

TCGPlayer
$0.14
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TCGPlayer
$0.38
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Card Kingdom
$0.35
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$0.99
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Cardmarket
€0.54
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€0.59
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Prices updated: 2025-12-16

Format Legality

Brawl Legal
Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Gladiator Legal
Historic Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Pioneer Legal
Timeless Legal
Vintage Legal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Axgard Artisan? Basics

Axgard Artisan is a Creature — Dwarf Artificer card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Whenever one or more +1/+1 counters are put on this creature for the first time each turn, create a Treasure token. (It's an artifact with "{T}, Sacrifice this token: Add one mana of any color.")"

How much mana does Axgard Artisan cost to cast? Basics

Axgard Artisan has a mana cost of {1}{R}, which equals 2.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires R mana to cast.

What does mana cost mean in Magic: The Gathering? Basics

Mana cost is the amount and type of mana required to cast a spell in Magic: The Gathering.

Axgard Artisan's mana cost of {1}{R} means you need to pay that much mana from your lands or other sources.

Colored symbols (W=White, U=Blue, B=Black, R=Red, G=Green) must be paid with that specific color, while numbers can be paid with any color.

What is converted mana cost (CMC) or mana value? Basics

Converted mana cost (now officially called "mana value") is the total amount of mana in a card's mana cost, regardless of color.

Axgard Artisan has a mana value of 2.0. This is important for effects that care about a spell's total cost, like cascade or cards that say "mana value 3 or less."

What is oracle text? Basics

Oracle text is the official, current rules text for a Magic card as maintained by Wizards of the Coast. It supersedes any printed text on older cards.

Axgard Artisan's current oracle text is: "Whenever one or more +1/+1 counters are put on this creature for the first time each turn, create a Treasure token. (It's an artifact with "{T}, Sacrifice this token: Add one mana of any color.")"

What is the current price of Axgard Artisan? Pricing

The current market price for Axgard Artisan is approximately $0.14 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $0.38 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.54 EUR.

Where can I buy Axgard Artisan? Pricing

You can purchase Axgard Artisan from major MTG retailers including:

Prices vary by condition and printing. Check multiple sellers to find the best price.

What is the difference between normal and foil cards? Pricing

Foil cards have a shiny, holographic finish that makes them more collectible. They are functionally identical to normal cards but typically cost more due to their rarity and visual appeal.

Axgard Artisan normal: $0.14 | foil: $0.38

Is Axgard Artisan legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Axgard Artisan in Standard is not available.

Standard is a rotating format that only allows cards from the most recent sets.

Is Axgard Artisan legal in Modern? Legality

Axgard Artisan is Legal in Modern format.

Modern includes all cards printed in a standard-legal set from 8th Edition forward.

Is Axgard Artisan legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Axgard Artisan is Legal in Commander (EDH) format.

Commander is a casual multiplayer format where you build a 100-card singleton deck around a legendary creature.

Is Axgard Artisan legal in Pioneer? Legality

Axgard Artisan is Legal in Pioneer format.

Pioneer is a non-rotating format that includes all standard-legal sets from Return to Ravnica forward.

Is Axgard Artisan legal in Legacy? Legality

Axgard Artisan is Legal in Legacy format.

Legacy allows almost all cards ever printed, with a substantial ban list for balance.

Is Axgard Artisan legal in Vintage? Legality

Axgard Artisan is Legal in Vintage format.

Vintage is the most permissive format, allowing almost all cards with only a minimal ban list. Some powerful cards are "Restricted" (limited to 1 copy).

Is Axgard Artisan legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Axgard Artisan in Pauper is not available.

Pauper only allows cards that have been printed at common rarity in a paper or online set.

What is format legality in MTG? Legality

Format legality indicates which official MTG formats allow a card to be played:

  • Legal: Card is allowed in the format
  • Banned: Card is prohibited from play
  • Restricted: Limited to 1 copy (Vintage only)
  • Not Legal: Card was never part of that format's card pool

Different formats have different banned lists based on power level and game balance.

What set is Axgard Artisan from? Details

This printing of Axgard Artisan is from MOM (MOM), with collector number 332.

Axgard Artisan may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Axgard Artisan's rarity? Details

Axgard Artisan is a uncommon card in MOM.

Card rarity affects both availability and price. From rarest to most common: Mythic Rare → Rare → Uncommon → Common.

Who illustrated Axgard Artisan? Details

Axgard Artisan was illustrated by Quintin Gleim.

Magic: The Gathering features artwork from hundreds of talented artists, and many cards have been reprinted with new art over the years.

What is Axgard Artisan's power and toughness? Details

Axgard Artisan is a 2/1 creature.

Power (2) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (1) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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