Magic: The Gathering

Dwarven Recruiter

Odyssey 186 • uncommon

Set: Odyssey
Collector number: 186
Rarity: Uncommon
Mana cost: 2 generic mana red mana
Type: Creature
Colors: Red
Artist: Ciruelo
Market price: $9.37

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Market

What it's worth

$9.37market price via TCGplayer · Oct 7, 2026$2.73 – $11.10 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

This card stands out as a unique tool for deck manipulation, allowing you to search for multiple specific creatures to set up your next few turns. Its ability to organize the top of your deck makes it a prized utility piece for players looking to ensure consistency in their strategy.

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Card face

What it does

When this creature enters, search your library for any number of Dwarf cards, reveal them, then shuffle and put those cards on top in any order.

Formats

Where you can play it

StandardNot legal
PioneerNot legal
ModernNot legal
LegacyLegal
VintageLegal
CommanderLegal
PauperNot legal
BrawlNot legal
HistoricNot legal
TimelessNot legal
Penny DreadfulNot legal
OathbreakerLegal

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Provenance

Where it came from

Dwarven Recruiter was released in the 2001 Magic: The Gathering set Odyssey. Designed by Wizards of the Coast, the card is part of a thematic block that introduced the 'threshold' mechanic, emphasizing graveyard interaction. The set reflected a shift toward more complex board states and tribal synergies, with the Dwarf creature type receiving specific support during this era to encourage narrow but powerful deck-building strategies.

The card features artwork by Christopher Moeller, a prolific illustrator known for his distinct, expressive style during the mid-era of Magic. Moeller captured the rugged, utilitarian aesthetic of fantasy dwarves, focusing on the character's functional gear and stoic demeanor. Upon release, the card was recognized primarily by competitive players for its ability to manipulate the deck's library, providing a unique tactical advantage in tribal-themed formats.

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Other printings

Every version of this card

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Dwarven RecruiterThe List · #ODY-186 · uncommon · 2023$7.62

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About

About Dwarven Recruiter

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