Magic: The Gathering

Mana Crypt

Special Guests 17b • mythic

Set: Special Guests
Collector number: 17b
Rarity: Mythic
Mana cost: 0 generic mana
Type: Artifact
Colors: Colorless
Artist: Dominik Mayer
Finish: Foil

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$147.14market price via TCGplayer · Aug 19, 2026$147.14 – $167.41 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

As a mythic artifact, this card represents a powerful tactical asset that can accelerate your resources early in a game. Its striking visual presentation by the artist makes it a distinctive centerpiece for any serious collection.

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What it does

At the beginning of your upkeep, flip a coin. If you lose the flip, this artifact deals 3 damage to you.

tap: Add colorless mana colorless mana.

Many of the ancient civilizations beneath Ixalan were destroyed by outside forces. Others tapped into power they found they could not control.

Formats

Where you can play it

StandardNot legal
PioneerNot legal
ModernNot legal
LegacyBanned
VintageRestricted
CommanderBanned
PauperNot legal
BrawlNot legal
HistoricNot legal
TimelessNot legal
Penny DreadfulNot legal
OathbreakerBanned

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Provenance

Where it came from

Mana Crypt was originally released as a promotional card for the 1995 book 'Hareruya' before becoming a staple in the Magic: The Gathering Commander format. Its design represents a powerful, high-risk artifact that provides significant mana acceleration at the potential cost of life, reflecting the chaotic and ancient energy of its namesake. As a centerpiece of fast-paced gameplay, it has undergone numerous aesthetic reimaginings across various premium releases.

The 'Special Guests' version (17b) features artwork by Dominik Mayer, whose signature style utilizes sharp, geometric patterns and a distinct, high-contrast color palette to evoke a sense of architectural grandeur. By abstracting the traditional iconography of the artifact, Mayer’s illustration aims to modernize the card's visual identity, moving away from classic fantasy tropes toward a more stylized, contemporary artistic expression that has been widely praised by players for its technical precision.

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About Mana Crypt

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