Magic: The Gathering

Budoka Gardener // Dokai, Weaver of Life

Commander 2018 134 • rare

Set: Commander 2018
Collector number: 134
Rarity: Rare
Mana cost: 1 generic mana green mana
Type: Creature
Colors: Green
Artist: Kev Walker
Market price: $0.58

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$0.58market price via TCGplayer · Aug 19, 2026$0.54 – $0.60 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

This rare creature card captures the transformative potential of a gardener capable of manifesting life itself upon the battlefield. As a double-faced card, it rewards players who can cultivate a strong board presence, eventually shifting the game’s momentum by turning land into powerful allies.

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What it does

tap: You may put a land card from your hand onto the battlefield. If you control ten or more lands, flip this creature.

Formats

Where you can play it

StandardNot legal
PioneerNot legal
ModernLegal
LegacyLegal
VintageLegal
CommanderLegal
PauperNot legal
BrawlNot legal
HistoricNot legal
TimelessNot legal
Penny DreadfulLegal
OathbreakerLegal

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Provenance

Where it came from

Budoka Gardener was originally introduced in the 2004 Kamigawa expansion, designed as a flip card that transforms into the land Dokai, Weaver of Life. This mechanic reflected the set's thematic focus on the spiritual connection between characters and the land. By the time it was reprinted in Commander 2018, it had become a cult favorite among players who favor green-aligned ramp strategies, as it efficiently converts late-game excess mana into substantial board presence.

The artwork for the reprint was handled by Kev Walker, a veteran illustrator in the Magic: The Gathering space known for his distinct, high-contrast style. In this piece, Walker emphasizes the shamanistic nature of the subject, utilizing earthy tones and organic shapes to bridge the visual gap between the gardener and the animated forest he creates. The design remains highly regarded for how effectively it conveys the card's transformation mechanic within the tight confines of a standard playing card frame.

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