Magic: The Gathering

Sai, Master Thopterist

Aetherdrift Commander 82 • rare

Set: Aetherdrift Commander
Collector number: 82
Rarity: Rare
Mana cost: 2 generic mana blue mana
Type: Creature
Colors: Blue
Artist: Adam Paquette
Market price: $0.37

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$0.37market price via TCGplayer · Aug 19, 2026$0.30 – $0.68 over the tracked period

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Card face

What it does

Whenever you cast an artifact spell, create a 1/1 colorless Thopter artifact creature token with flying.

1 generic mana blue mana, Sacrifice two artifacts: Draw a card.

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Formats

Where you can play it

StandardNot legal
PioneerLegal
ModernLegal
LegacyLegal
VintageLegal
CommanderLegal
PauperNot legal
BrawlLegal
HistoricLegal
TimelessLegal
Penny DreadfulLegal
OathbreakerLegal

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Provenance

Where it came from

Sai, Master Thopterist was originally introduced to the Magic: The Gathering card game in the 2018 Core Set, designed to showcase the intricate, artifact-centric gameplay of the Kaladesh plane. As a legendary creature, the card was crafted to reward players for casting artifact spells by generating thopter tokens, effectively serving as a centerpiece for engine-building strategies. The character represents the inventive spirit of Kaladesh, a world defined by its aether-powered technology and steampunk-inspired aesthetic.

The artwork for this specific version, featured in the Aetherdrift Commander release and illustrated by Adam Paquette, continues the artist's long-standing contribution to the game's visual identity. Paquette focused on highlighting the mechanical ingenuity of the character, depicting Sai amidst his creations. The design has been widely received by players as a staple for artifact-focused commander decks due to its balance of utility and board presence, cementing its place as a recognized card within the modern competitive landscape.

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