Quick Answer

Case File Auditor is a uncommon Creature — Human Detective from MKM (MKM) costing {2}{W}. Current price: $0.04 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander. Legal in Standard.

Case File Auditor MTG card

Case File Auditor

Creature — Human Detective

Card Text

When this creature enters and whenever you solve a Case, look at the top six cards of your library. You may reveal an enchantment card from among them and put it into your hand. Put the rest on the bottom of your library in a random order. You may spend mana as though it were mana of any color to cast Case spells.

Card Stats

1/4 uncommon CMC: 3.0 MKM MKM 🎨 Ryan Valle

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Market Prices

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$0.04
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TCGPlayer
$0.11
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$0.35
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$0.49
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€0.04
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€0.08
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Prices updated: 2025-12-16

Format Legality

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

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Other Printings (2 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Case File Auditor? Basics

Case File Auditor is a Creature — Human Detective card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "When this creature enters and whenever you solve a Case, look at the top six cards of your library. You may reveal an enchantment card from among them and put it into your hand. Put the rest on the bottom of your library in a random order. You may spend mana as though it were mana of any color to cast Case spells."

How much mana does Case File Auditor cost to cast? Basics

Case File Auditor has a mana cost of {2}{W}, which equals 3.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires W 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.

Case File Auditor's mana cost of {2}{W} 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.

Case File Auditor has a mana value of 3.0. 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.

Case File Auditor's current oracle text is: "When this creature enters and whenever you solve a Case, look at the top six cards of your library. You may reveal an enchantment card from among them and put it into your hand. Put the rest on the bottom of your library in a random order. You may spend mana as though it were mana of any color to cast Case spells."

What is the current price of Case File Auditor? Pricing

The current market price for Case File Auditor is approximately $0.04 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $0.11 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.04 EUR.

Where can I buy Case File Auditor? Pricing

You can purchase Case File Auditor 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.

Case File Auditor normal: $0.04 | foil: $0.11

Is Case File Auditor legal in Standard? Legality

Case File Auditor is Legal in Standard format.

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

Is Case File Auditor legal in Modern? Legality

Case File Auditor is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Case File Auditor legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Case File Auditor 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 Case File Auditor legal in Pioneer? Legality

Case File Auditor is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Case File Auditor legal in Legacy? Legality

Case File Auditor is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Case File Auditor legal in Vintage? Legality

Case File Auditor 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 Case File Auditor legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Case File Auditor 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 Case File Auditor from? Details

This printing of Case File Auditor is from MKM (MKM), with collector number 7.

Case File Auditor may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Case File Auditor's rarity? Details

Case File Auditor is a uncommon card in MKM.

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

Who illustrated Case File Auditor? Details

Case File Auditor was illustrated by Ryan Valle.

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

What is Case File Auditor's power and toughness? Details

Case File Auditor is a 1/4 creature.

Power (1) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (4) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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