Magic: The Gathering

Thought Courier

Ninth Edition 104★ • uncommon

Set: Ninth Edition
Collector number: 104★
Rarity: Uncommon
Mana cost: 1 generic mana blue mana
Type: Creature
Colors: Blue
Artist: Stephen Tappin
Finish: Foil

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What it's worth

$2.67market price via TCGplayer · Aug 21, 2026$2.67 – $2.70 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

This uncommon card serves as a classic utility tool, allowing players to manipulate their hand by drawing and then discarding cards to better manage their resources. Its inclusion in this particular set makes it a consistent piece for those who value strategic card selection and efficient deck filtering.

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Card face

What it does

tap: Draw a card, then discard a card.

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Formats

Where you can play it

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

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Provenance

Where it came from

Thought Courier was first printed in the Ninth Edition core set of Magic: The Gathering, released in July 2005. As a core set card, it was designed to provide a foundational blue creature capable of card selection through its looting ability, allowing players to draw and then discard a card. This mechanic fits the thematic color pie of blue, which emphasizes knowledge, manipulation of information, and careful planning.

The illustration for this specific printing was created by artist Christopher Moeller. Known for his distinct, painterly style, Moeller depicted the courier as a magical emissary navigating a mystical landscape. The card was well-received by players for its utility in limited formats, where consistent card cycling is highly valued, and it became a recognizable example of the aesthetic shift present in mid-2000s Magic artwork.

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About

About Thought Courier

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