Mystic Monastery
Land
Why Play Mystic Monastery
Jeskai three-color decks rely on Mystic Monastery for consistent mana fixing when running spells across blue, red, and white. The enters-tapped drawback is manageable in midrange and control strategies that can afford the tempo loss on early turns. Play this in decks that need all three colors reliably, particularly those running double-pip costs like Counterflux or Lightning Helix alongside white removal spells.Format Notes
Most valuable in Commander where the enters-tapped drawback matters least and three-color mana bases are essential for consistent gameplay. Pioneer and Modern Jeskai decks sometimes include one copy as additional fixing, though faster formats prefer untapped alternatives like Sacred Foundry when possible. The budget-friendly price point makes it an accessible option for casual three-color builds across all formats where it's legal.Combos & Synergies
Pairs naturally with other Khans of Tarkir tri-lands like Seaside Citadel and Sandsteppe Citadel in five-color mana bases that prioritize consistency over speed. Amulet of Vigor eliminates the enters-tapped downside, making it particularly strong in ramp strategies. Fetchlands like Flooded Strand can search for this land when you need specific color access, though you'll still have to wait a turn to use the mana.Featured in These Decks
- Timey-Wimey Commander
- Timeless Wisdom Commander
- Stalwart Unity Commander
- Sliver Swarm Commander
- Science! Commander
- Planeswalker Party Commander
