Magic: The Gathering

Prognostic Sphinx

Archenemy: Nicol Bolas 26 • rare

Set: Archenemy: Nicol Bolas
Collector number: 26
Rarity: Rare
Mana cost: 3 generic mana blue mana blue mana
Type: Creature
Colors: Blue
Artist: Steve Prescott
Market price: $0.26

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What it's worth

$0.26market price via TCGplayer · Aug 24, 2026$0.26 – $0.31 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

The Prognostic Sphinx is a rare card that serves as a powerful tactical asset, allowing players to manipulate the top of their library and filter their draws through its scry ability. Its flying keyword and protective ward-like capability make it a resilient choice for maintaining board presence while consistently refining your hand.

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Card face

What it does

Flying

Discard a card: This creature gains hexproof until end of turn. Tap it.

Whenever this creature attacks, scry 3.

Formats

Where you can play it

StandardNot legal
PioneerLegal
ModernLegal
LegacyLegal
VintageLegal
CommanderLegal
PauperNot legal
BrawlNot legal
HistoricNot legal
TimelessNot legal
Penny DreadfulLegal
OathbreakerLegal

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Provenance

Where it came from

The Prognostic Sphinx was originally introduced in the Theros expansion of Magic: The Gathering in 2013, designed to embody the cryptic and manipulative nature of the sphinxes within the plane's Greek-inspired mythology. It was later reprinted as part of the Archenemy: Nicol Bolas set in 2017, a release intended to simulate a powerful 'boss fight' experience where one player commands a deck themed after the iconic dragon planeswalker, Nicol Bolas.

The card’s illustration was crafted by artist Nils Hamm, whose signature atmospheric style emphasizes the surreal and ethereal qualities of the creature. The design focuses on the sphinx’s ability to scry, representing its foresight through deep water and clouded visions, and it has been well-regarded by players for its defensive resilience and strategic utility in both casual and limited formats.

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About

About Prognostic Sphinx

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