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Mirko, Obsessive Theorist is a mythic Legendary Creature — Vampire Detective from MKC (MKC) costing {1}{U}{B}. Legal in Commander.

Mirko, Obsessive Theorist MTG card

Mirko, Obsessive Theorist

Legendary Creature — Vampire Detective

Card Text

Flying, vigilance Whenever you surveil, put a +1/+1 counter on Mirko. At the beginning of your end step, you may return target creature card with power less than Mirko's from your graveyard to the battlefield with a finality counter on it. (If it would die, exile it instead.)

Card Stats

1/3 mythic CMC: 3.0 MKC MKC 🎨 Heonhwa Choe
Flying Vigilance

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Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (3 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mirko, Obsessive Theorist? Basics

Mirko, Obsessive Theorist is a Legendary Creature — Vampire Detective card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Flying, vigilance Whenever you surveil, put a +1/+1 counter on Mirko. At the beginning of your end step, you may return target creature card with power less than Mirko's from your graveyard to the battlefield with a finality counter on it. (If it would die, exile it instead.)"

How much mana does Mirko, Obsessive Theorist cost to cast? Basics

Mirko, Obsessive Theorist has a mana cost of {1}{U}{B}, which equals 3.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires B, U 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.

Mirko, Obsessive Theorist's mana cost of {1}{U}{B} 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.

Mirko, Obsessive Theorist 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.

Mirko, Obsessive Theorist's current oracle text is: "Flying, vigilance Whenever you surveil, put a +1/+1 counter on Mirko. At the beginning of your end step, you may return target creature card with power less than Mirko's from your graveyard to the battlefield with a finality counter on it. (If it would die, exile it instead.)"

What is the current price of Mirko, Obsessive Theorist? Pricing

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Where can I buy Mirko, Obsessive Theorist? Pricing

You can purchase Mirko, Obsessive Theorist 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.

Is Mirko, Obsessive Theorist legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Mirko, Obsessive Theorist in Standard is not available.

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

Is Mirko, Obsessive Theorist legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Mirko, Obsessive Theorist in Modern is not available.

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

Is Mirko, Obsessive Theorist legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Mirko, Obsessive Theorist 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 Mirko, Obsessive Theorist legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Mirko, Obsessive Theorist in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Mirko, Obsessive Theorist legal in Legacy? Legality

Mirko, Obsessive Theorist is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Mirko, Obsessive Theorist legal in Vintage? Legality

Mirko, Obsessive Theorist 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 Mirko, Obsessive Theorist legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Mirko, Obsessive Theorist 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 Mirko, Obsessive Theorist from? Details

This printing of Mirko, Obsessive Theorist is from MKC (MKC), with collector number 2.

Mirko, Obsessive Theorist may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Mirko, Obsessive Theorist's rarity? Details

Mirko, Obsessive Theorist is a mythic card in MKC.

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

Who illustrated Mirko, Obsessive Theorist? Details

Mirko, Obsessive Theorist was illustrated by Heonhwa Choe.

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

What is Mirko, Obsessive Theorist's power and toughness? Details

Mirko, Obsessive Theorist is a 1/3 creature.

Power (1) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (3) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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