Worldly Tutor

Worldly Tutor was first released in the Mirage expansion in 1996, serving as a signature piece of the 'Tutor' cycle that allowed players to search their libraries for specific cards. The card is mechanically significant for its ability to place a creature card on top of the library at instant speed, providing utility that remains a staple in green deck construction. By the time it appeared in the Classic Sixth Edition set in 1999, it had already solidified its reputation as a fundamental tool for deck consistency.

The artwork for the Sixth Edition printing features the iconic illustration by Tom Wänerstrand, which depicts a cloaked figure consulting ancient texts amidst a forest setting, capturing the theme of arcane knowledge gathering. This edition transitioned the card into a white-bordered frame, a hallmark of core sets during that era. It was well-received by the player base for its strategic flexibility, remaining a highly sought-after utility card throughout the game's competitive history.