Magic: The Gathering

Embersmith

Scars of Mirrodin 87 • uncommon

Set: Scars of Mirrodin
Collector number: 87
Rarity: Uncommon
Mana cost: 1 generic mana red mana
Type: Creature
Colors: Red
Artist: Eric Deschamps
Market price: $0.15

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What it's worth

$0.15market price via TCGplayer · Oct 7, 2026$0.09 – $0.15 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

This uncommon card from the Scars of Mirrodin set is a distinct piece for those tracking the history of artifacts and their impact on the game's world. As an entry in the catalog, it serves as a grounded example of the mechanical themes that define its particular set, making it a thoughtful addition to a focused collection.

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Card face

What it does

Whenever you cast an artifact spell, you may pay 1 generic mana. If you do, this creature deals 1 damage to any target.

The Vulshok see the artificer as a catalyst, bringing the spark of creation that ignites change.

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

Embersmith was released in 2010 as part of the Scars of Mirrodin expansion for the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. This set marked a return to the metal-themed plane of Mirrodin, reintroducing the artifact-heavy gameplay that defined the block. The card was designed to support the 'metalcraft' mechanic, which rewards players for controlling three or more artifacts, turning the smith's ability into a repeatable source of damage.

The card features artwork by Christopher Moeller, who captured the gritty, industrial aesthetic of the Mirran resistance. By depicting a specialized artisan imbued with red-aligned magic, Moeller emphasized the set's central conflict between organic life and the encroaching Phyrexian corruption. Upon its release, the card was received as a functional utility piece in limited formats, valued for its ability to bridge the gap between combat and direct damage.

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