Stoneforge Mystic — Magic: The Gathering card

Stoneforge Mystic

{1}{W}
Creature — Kor Artificer

When this creature enters, you may search your library for an Equipment card, reveal it, put it into your hand, then shuffle.

{1}{W}, {T}: You may put an Equipment card from your hand onto the battlefield.

Power/Toughness: 1/2

Set Double Masters
Rarity Rare
Mana Value 2
Artist Mike Bierek
Collector # 31
Scryfall

Why Play Stoneforge Mystic

Stoneforge Mystic provides incredible card advantage and tempo by tutoring for powerful equipment on entry, then cheating that equipment into play at instant speed. The ability to search for silver bullets like Sword of Fire and Ice or Batterskull gives you flexible answers while building toward inevitable board dominance. Play Stoneforge Mystic early to set up your game plan, or hold it until you can immediately activate its second ability for maximum impact.

Format Notes

Legacy remains Stoneforge Mystic's strongest format, where it anchors white-based midrange decks alongside efficient removal and counterspells. Modern sees occasional play in equipment-focused builds, though the format's speed limits its effectiveness compared to Legacy's more controlling environment. Commander players value it as a reliable tutor effect that scales well with the singleton format's emphasis on powerful individual cards.

Combos & Synergies

Batterskull represents the classic pairing, offering immediate board presence and lifegain that's difficult for opponents to profitably attack through. Sword of Fire and Ice provides card draw and removal while granting protection from common removal colors. Squadron Hawk creates a natural shell by providing multiple bodies to equip while filling your hand with creatures, maximizing the value of your tutored equipment across multiple turns.

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Creature Tutor Modern Commander Legacy