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Sai, Master Thopterist
DRC · Aetherdrift Commander #82 · Rare · released 2025-02-14
{2}{U}
Legendary Creature — Human Artificer
Whenever you cast an artifact spell, create a 1/1 colorless Thopter artifact creature token with flying.
{1}{U}, Sacrifice two artifacts: Draw a card.
"Industry without artistry is just a fancy way to fill the junkyard."
Sai, Master Thopterist is a rare blue creature from Aetherdrift Commander (2025). It has been printed 10 times across 8 sets, from 2018 to 2026. Recent market prices range from $0.32 to $7.20 depending on printing and finish. It is legal in Pioneer, Modern, Legacy, Vintage, Commander, Oathbreaker, Historic, Brawl and Penny Dreadful.
USD$0.38
Format legality
Where you can play Sai, Master Thopterist in sanctioned and popular formats.
StandardNot legal
PioneerLegal
ModernLegal
LegacyLegal
VintageLegal
CommanderLegal
PauperNot legal
OathbreakerLegal
HistoricLegal
BrawlLegal
Penny DreadfulLegal
All printings (10)
Prices range from $0.32 to $7.20 across finishes. Cheapest printing: Aetherdrift Commander at $0.32.
| Set | No. | Rarity | Price | Foil |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Core Set 2019 Promos | 69s | Rare | — | $4.87 |
| Core Set 2019 Promos | 69p | Rare | $1.57 | $7.20 |
| Core Set 2019 | 69 | Rare | $0.58 | $2.97 |
| Neon Dynasty Commander | 97 | Rare | $0.62 | — |
| The Brothers' War Commander | 93 | Rare | $0.69 | — |
| Commander Masters | 494 | Rare | — | — |
| Commander Masters | 118 | Rare | $0.66 | $1.83 |
| Foundations Jumpstart | 63 | Rare | $0.39 | — |
| Aetherdrift Commander This page | 82 | Rare | $0.32 | — |
| Foundations Commander | 5 | Mythic | — | $0.67 |
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Rulings
Official rulings from Wizards of the Coast (1).
- 2018-07-13Sai's triggered ability resolves before the spell that caused it to trigger. It resolves even if that spell is countered.
Frequently asked questions
Is Sai, Master Thopterist legal in Commander?
Yes — Sai, Master Thopterist is legal in Commander (EDH).
What formats is Sai, Master Thopterist legal in?
Sai, Master Thopterist is legal in Pioneer, Modern, Legacy, Vintage, Commander, Oathbreaker, Historic, Brawl and Penny Dreadful.
How many times has Sai, Master Thopterist been printed?
Sai, Master Thopterist has been printed 10 times across 8 sets, from 2018 to 2026.
What is the cheapest printing of Sai, Master Thopterist?
The cheapest printing is Aetherdrift Commander (#82) at about $0.32.
Who illustrated Sai, Master Thopterist?
This printing of Sai, Master Thopterist was illustrated by Adam Paquette.