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Research Thief
ARTIFACT CREATURE — MOONFOLK WIZARD Rare
Neon Dynasty Commander EDHREC #4,721
$1.75
+2.9%
7 days
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Research Thief price history chart, default range 3 months. currently $1.75.
Research Thief Price Summary
Research Thief's current headline price is $1.75.
Research Thief Printings & Prices
3 printings
Research Thief has 3 tracked printings across 2 sets, in nonfoil and foil finishes, including extended art treatments.
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Sell Research Thief: Buylist Offers
4 offers
| Buyer | Printing | Finish | Cash offer | Retail | Spread |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CoolStuffInc | NEC #16 | Nonfoil | — | — | — |
| CoolStuffInc | NEC #53 | Nonfoil | — | — | — |
| Card Kingdom | NEC #16 | Nonfoil | — | — | — |
| Card Kingdom | NEC #53 | Nonfoil | — | — | — |
Research Thief Rules Text & Legality
View on Scryfall ↗Flash
Flying
Whenever an artifact creature you control deals combat damage to a player, draw a card.
"The Futurists eagerly supplement their research with their rivals' closely guarded secrets."
Research Thief is legal in Legacy and Commander, and not legal in Standard, Pioneer, Modern and Pauper.
standard
Not legal
pioneer
Not legal
modern
Not legal
legacy
Legal
commander
Legal
pauper
Not legal
Reprints & Reprint Risk
2 printings
Research Thief has been reprinted 2 times.
| Set | Date | Rarity | Treatment |
|---|---|---|---|
| NEC #53 | 2022-02-18 | Rare | Extended Art |
| NEC #16 | 2022-02-18 | Rare | Standard |
Research Thief in Commander
Research Thief is the #4,721 most-played card on EDHREC, down 126 places over the last 30 days.
Research Thief FAQ
How much is Research Thief worth?
Research Thief is worth about $1.75 for its cheapest playable printing as of Sep 22, 2026.
Is Research Thief legal in Commander?
Yes — Research Thief is legal in Commander. It is also legal in Legacy.
Has Research Thief been reprinted?
Yes — Research Thief has been reprinted 2 times, with 3 printings tracked on The Index.
Why is Research Thief cheap?
Research Thief trades at about $1.75 — 2 reprints keep supply plentiful.