Magic: The Gathering

Cryptex

Murders at Karlov Manor 251 • rare

Set: Murders at Karlov Manor
Collector number: 251
Rarity: Rare
Mana cost: 2 generic mana
Type: Artifact
Colors: Colorless
Artist: Yeong-Hao Han
Market price: $0.15

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Market

What it's worth

$0.15market price via TCGplayer · Aug 19, 2026$0.14 – $0.18 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

As a rare artifact, this card represents a specialized mechanical challenge, bringing a sense of complexity and mystery to the table. Its inclusion in this specific set grounds it within a narrative of investigation and intrigue, making it a sought-after piece for those who enjoy thematic depth in their collections.

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Card face

What it does

tap, Collect evidence 3: Add one mana of any color. Put an unlock counter on this artifact. (To collect evidence 3, exile cards with total mana value 3 or greater from your graveyard.)

Sacrifice this artifact: Surveil 3, then draw three cards. Activate only if this artifact has five or more unlock counters on it.

Formats

Where you can play it

StandardLegal
PioneerLegal
ModernLegal
LegacyLegal
VintageLegal
CommanderLegal
PauperNot legal
BrawlLegal
HistoricLegal
TimelessLegal
Penny DreadfulLegal
OathbreakerLegal

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Provenance

Where it came from

The Cryptex was released in early 2024 as part of the Magic: The Gathering set Murders at Karlov Manor. Designed to evoke the aesthetic of a classic mystery or detective noir, the artifact card mechanically represents the act of solving a complex puzzle or uncovering a secret within the game's top-down design framework, which centers on investigation and deduction.

Artist Yeong-Hao Han illustrated the piece, focusing on an intricate, mechanical design that emphasizes the item's function as a secure, riddle-locked container. Upon its release, the card was noted by players for its thematic integration with the set's sleuthing mechanics, appearing frequently in limited play environments where artifact synergy and resource management were critical to success.

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About

About Cryptex

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