Magic: The Gathering

Staff of Nin

Magic 2013 Promos 217★ • rare

Set: Magic 2013 Promos
Collector number: 217★
Rarity: Rare
Mana cost: 6 generic mana
Type: Artifact
Colors: Colorless
Artist: Brad Rigney
Finish: Foil

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$1.63market price via TCGplayer · Aug 20, 2026$1.33 – $1.69 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

This artifact card holds a rare status in the collection, marking it as a sought-after piece for those who value scarcity. Its presence on the table serves as a functional tool, offering a strategic utility that makes it a prized inclusion for many decks.

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Card face

What it does

At the beginning of your upkeep, draw a card.

tap: This artifact deals 1 damage to any target.

"I have attuned the staff to your screams so that only I may benefit from your pain."— Volux, disciple of Nin

Formats

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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Provenance

Where it came from

The Staff of Nin first appeared in the Magic 2013 core set, serving as a powerful artifact designed to provide consistent card advantage. The card was specifically engineered for this set to bolster the artifact-heavy archetypes available in the limited format, functioning as both a recurring source of damage and an engine for drawing cards during a player's upkeep. It drew inspiration from older, high-impact artifacts that traded a significant mana investment for long-term board control.

The 2013 promo version, marked by the distinctive gold star and the 217★ collector number, features artwork by Brad Rigney. Rigney focused on a sleek, otherworldly aesthetic, depicting the staff as a glowing, intricate relic suspended in a mystical void to emphasize its artifact status. Upon release, the card was well-received by players for its elegant design and versatility, quickly becoming a staple for control-oriented decks that sought to outpace opponents through sheer resource accumulation.

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About

About Staff of Nin

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