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Edgar, Master Machinist is a rare Legendary Creature — Human Artificer Noble from FIC (FIC) costing {2}{R}{W}. Current price: $0.51 USD. Legal in Commander.

Edgar, Master Machinist MTG card

Edgar, Master Machinist

Legendary Creature — Human Artificer Noble

Card Text

Once during each of your turns, you may cast an artifact spell from your graveyard. If you cast a spell this way, that artifact enters tapped. Tools — Whenever Edgar attacks, it gets +X/+0 until end of turn, where X is the greatest mana value among artifacts you control.

Card Stats

2/4 rare CMC: 4.0 FIC FIC 🎨 Immanuela Crovius

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Prices updated: 2026-03-04
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Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (2 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Edgar, Master Machinist? Basics

Edgar, Master Machinist is a Legendary Creature — Human Artificer Noble card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Once during each of your turns, you may cast an artifact spell from your graveyard. If you cast a spell this way, that artifact enters tapped. Tools — Whenever Edgar attacks, it gets +X/+0 until end of turn, where X is the greatest mana value among artifacts you control."

How much mana does Edgar, Master Machinist cost to cast? Basics

Edgar, Master Machinist has a mana cost of {2}{R}{W}, which equals 4.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires R, 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.

Edgar, Master Machinist's mana cost of {2}{R}{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.

Edgar, Master Machinist has a mana value of 4.0. 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.

Edgar, Master Machinist's current oracle text is: "Once during each of your turns, you may cast an artifact spell from your graveyard. If you cast a spell this way, that artifact enters tapped. Tools — Whenever Edgar attacks, it gets +X/+0 until end of turn, where X is the greatest mana value among artifacts you control."

What is the current price of Edgar, Master Machinist? Pricing

The current market price for Edgar, Master Machinist is approximately $0.51 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $2.62 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.44 EUR.

Where can I buy Edgar, Master Machinist? Pricing

You can purchase Edgar, Master Machinist 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.

Edgar, Master Machinist normal: $0.51 | foil: $2.62

Is Edgar, Master Machinist legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Edgar, Master Machinist in Standard is not available.

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

Is Edgar, Master Machinist legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Edgar, Master Machinist in Modern is not available.

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

Is Edgar, Master Machinist legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Edgar, Master Machinist 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 Edgar, Master Machinist legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Edgar, Master Machinist in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Edgar, Master Machinist legal in Legacy? Legality

Edgar, Master Machinist is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Edgar, Master Machinist legal in Vintage? Legality

Edgar, Master Machinist 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 Edgar, Master Machinist legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Edgar, Master Machinist 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 Edgar, Master Machinist from? Details

This printing of Edgar, Master Machinist is from FIC (FIC), with collector number 169.

Edgar, Master Machinist may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Edgar, Master Machinist's rarity? Details

Edgar, Master Machinist is a rare card in FIC.

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

Who illustrated Edgar, Master Machinist? Details

Edgar, Master Machinist was illustrated by Immanuela Crovius.

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

What is Edgar, Master Machinist's power and toughness? Details

Edgar, Master Machinist is a 2/4 creature.

Power (2) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (4) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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