Magic: The Gathering

Silverstorm Samurai

Betrayers of Kamigawa 22 • common

Set: Betrayers of Kamigawa
Collector number: 22
Rarity: Common
Mana cost: 4 generic mana white mana white mana
Type: Creature
Colors: White
Artist: Michael Sutfin
Market price: $0.28

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$0.28market price via TCGplayer · Oct 7, 2026$0.16 – $0.29 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

The Silverstorm Samurai is a common card found in the Betrayers of Kamigawa set. As a member of this collection, it represents a piece of the thematic narrative surrounding the warriors of this specific world, offering a reliable utility for players building decks with a focus on these specialized fighters.

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Card face

What it does

Flash

Bushido 1 (Whenever this creature blocks or becomes blocked, it gets +1/+1 until end of turn.)

Formats

Where you can play it

StandardNot legal
PioneerNot legal
ModernLegal
LegacyLegal
VintageLegal
CommanderLegal
PauperLegal
BrawlNot legal
HistoricNot legal
TimelessNot legal
Penny DreadfulNot legal
OathbreakerLegal

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Provenance

Where it came from

The Silverstorm Samurai was released in 2005 as part of the Betrayers of Kamigawa expansion for Magic: The Gathering. Set within the Japan-inspired plane of Kamigawa, the card reflects the block's focus on Shinto-influenced mythology and the ongoing conflict between mortal warriors and the spirit realm. It represents the bushido mechanic, a design choice intended to capture the flavor of disciplined martial prowess during combat.

The illustration was crafted by artist Christopher Rush, a prominent figure in early Magic history. His rendering of the Samurai emphasizes the sleek, mystical armor aesthetic characteristic of the set's vision. Upon release, the card was received as a functional middle-tier utility piece for white-aligned decks, praised more for its thematic cohesion within the block's narrative than for its competitive dominance.

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