Whir of Invention Proxy
Instant · Aether Revolt · rare
$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 (7)
We match the exact printing's artwork from Scryfall — pick any of these in the singles builder.
| Set | # | Released | Real price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Special Guests | 96 | 2025-02-14 | $56.08 |
| Special Guests | 86 | 2025-02-14 | $9.23 |
| The List | AER-49 | 2021-11-29 | $6.60 |
| Secret Lair Drop | 311 | 2021-06-21 | $9.04 |
| Aether Revolt Promos | 49p | 2020-09-25 | $6.56 |
| Aether Revolt | 49 | 2017-01-20 | $6.03 |
| Aether Revolt Promos | 49s | 2017-01-20 | $18.18 |
Frequently asked
How much does a real Whir of Invention cost?
Around $5.86 on the open market for the Aether Revolt printing (price snapshot 2026-07-21; live prices move daily).
How much does a Whir of Invention 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 Whir of Invention 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.