Magic: The Gathering

Wandering Mage

Alliances 111 • rare

Set: Alliances
Collector number: 111
Rarity: Rare
Mana cost: white mana blue mana black mana
Type: Creature
Colors: Black · Blue · White
Artist: Pete Venters
Market price: $2.49

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What it's worth

$2.49market price via TCGplayer · Aug 17, 2026$2.49 – $2.87 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

As a rare creature card from the Alliances set, Wandering Mage represents a significant find for those building thematic collections. The evocative artwork by Pete Venters adds a distinct visual identity to this piece, making it a prized inclusion for anyone focused on the history of this card series.

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What it does

white mana, Pay 1 life: Prevent the next 2 damage that would be dealt to target creature this turn.

blue mana: Prevent the next 1 damage that would be dealt to target Cleric or Wizard creature this turn.

black mana, Put a -1/-1 counter on a creature you control: Prevent the next 2 damage that would be dealt to target player or planeswalker this turn.

Formats

Where you can play it

StandardNot legal
PioneerNot legal
ModernNot legal
LegacyLegal
VintageLegal
CommanderLegal
PauperNot legal
BrawlNot legal
HistoricNot legal
TimelessNot legal
Penny DreadfulLegal
OathbreakerLegal

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Provenance

Where it came from

Wandering Mage was released in 1996 as part of the Alliances expansion for Magic: The Gathering. Created during a period of rapid growth for the game, the set was designed to introduce complex interactions and strategic depth to the competitive landscape. As a rare creature, this card embodies the set's focus on multicolored utility, requiring a specific combination of mana types to cast, which reflected the design team's goal of challenging deck-building constraints during the mid-nineties.

The card’s illustration was provided by Pete Venters, one of the most prolific and recognizable artists in the game's history. Venters chose a contemplative, atmospheric style to capture the archetype of a traveling spellcaster, utilizing a muted palette that fits the aesthetic standards of the era. Upon its release, the card was received as a niche but functional tool for players exploring three-color strategies, though it remains primarily valued today for its distinct nostalgic artwork rather than competitive tournament play.

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