Shirei, Shizo's Caretaker
Commander Masters 186 • uncommon
- Set
- Commander Masters
- Collector number
- 186
- Rarity
- Uncommon
- Mana cost
- 4 generic mana black mana
- Type
- Creature
- Colors
- Black
- Artist
- Wayne Reynolds
- Market price
- $0.26
What it does
Whenever a creature with power 1 or less is put into your graveyard from the battlefield, you may return that card to the battlefield at the beginning of the next end step if Shirei is still on the battlefield.
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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Where it came from
Shirei, Shizo's Caretaker was originally introduced in the 2005 Magic: The Gathering expansion Champions of Kamigawa. Inspired by Japanese mythology and folklore, the card depicts a spirit character tied to the Shizo cemetery, reflecting the set's thematic focus on the interaction between the living and the spirit realm. The design utilizes a unique recursion mechanic that rewards players for sacrificing small creatures, establishing the card as a cult favorite among fans of graveyard-focused playstyles.
This specific printing originates from the 2023 Commander Masters set, which curated powerful and popular cards from the game's history to celebrate the Commander format. By updating the card with modern frame aesthetics while retaining the original illustrative intent, this version highlights the enduring mechanical appeal of Shirei. It remains a staple in casual competitive circles, recognized for its ability to generate significant value from unassuming, low-power creatures.
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