Magic: The Gathering

Jace's Archivist

Commander 2013 48 • rare

Set: Commander 2013
Collector number: 48
Rarity: Rare
Mana cost: 1 generic mana blue mana blue mana
Type: Creature
Colors: Blue
Artist: James Ryman
Market price: $7.41

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Market

What it's worth

$7.41market price via TCGplayer · Oct 7, 2026$7.41 – $8.38 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

This rare card allows players to force an entire table to discard their hands and draw new ones, creating a disruptive effect that can drastically alter the flow of a game. Its ability to reset the resources of every participant makes it a compelling choice for those looking to manage the pace of play or capitalize on graveyard-based strategies.

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Card face

What it does

blue mana, tap: Each player discards their hand, then draws cards equal to the greatest number of cards a player discarded this way.

"This is a sacred duty. Master Beleren's trust has bought an eternity of my loyalty."

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

Jace's Archivist was released in 2013 as part of the Commander 2013 deck series, a collection of preconstructed decks designed specifically for the popular multiplayer Magic: The Gathering format. The card features a Vedalken wizard depicted in the act of harnessing magical knowledge, serving as a functional creature version of the classic 'Windfall' effect which forces players to discard their hands and draw new ones.

The artwork was illustrated by Steve Argyle, a prolific contributor to the game known for his polished, high-fantasy style. In the context of Commander gameplay, the card was received as a staple for blue-aligned decks focused on graveyard synergy and card advantage, effectively allowing players to disrupt their opponents' strategies while replenishing their own options.

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Other printings

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