Arcades, the Strategist Proxy
Legendary Creature — Elder Dragon · Core Set 2019 · mythic
$0.40/card in a full imported deck, $2.00 in rainbow foil. S33 German Black Core playtest card — not for sanctioned play.
Real-card format legality
Proxies themselves are never sanctioned-legal — this is the real card's status, useful for Rule-0 talks. Proxy legality, explained
Printings (4)
We match the exact printing's artwork from Scryfall — pick any of these in the singles builder.
| Set | # | Released | Real price |
|---|---|---|---|
| The List | M19-212 | 2021-07-23 | $2.45 |
| Time Spiral Remastered | 371 | 2021-03-19 | $3.78 |
| Core Set 2019 | 212 | 2018-07-13 | $4.35 |
| Core Set 2019 Promos | 212s | 2018-07-13 | $58.49 |
Frequently asked
How much does a real Arcades, the Strategist cost?
Around $4.35 on the open market for the Core Set 2019 printing (price snapshot 2026-07-21; live prices move daily).
How much does a Arcades, the Strategist proxy cost?
$0.50 as a single on an 18-card sheet, $0.40 when it's part of a full imported deck, or $2.00 in rainbow foil — all on S33 German Black Core cardstock, shipped from New York.
Can I play a Arcades, the Strategist proxy?
As a playtest card, yes — in casual Commander pods, kitchen-table games, and proxy-friendly events, with your playgroup's OK. Proxies are not legal in sanctioned tournaments, and we print them for personal, non-sanctioned play only.