Shirei, Shizo's Caretaker
Shirei, Shizo's Caretaker is a Rare Legendary Creature — Spirit from Betrayers of Kamigawa (81) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost {4}{B}. Color identity: B. Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $38.43 for ungraded copies.
Who is this card for?
Shirei, Shizo's Caretaker suits collectors and players working on Betrayers of Kamigawa who need the Rare slot. Treat $38.43 as a starting reference only — verify finish, border treatment, and condition before paying premium singles prices.
What is Shirei, Shizo's Caretaker from Betrayers of Kamigawa?
Shirei, Shizo's Caretaker is a Legendary Creature — Spirit in Betrayers of Kamigawa numbered 81. Mana cost {4}{B}. Color identity: B. Shirei, Shizo's Caretaker (81) is a chase-tier Rare Legendary Creature — Spirit in Betrayers of Kamigawa. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes.
What is Shirei, Shizo's Caretaker worth today?
Cactaur tracks a market reference near $38.43 for Shirei, Shizo's Caretaker. Low and high spread runs $38.43 to null. Per-finish references: cardmarket: $0.68; foil: $38.43; Normal: $0.96. This printing is from Betrayers of Kamigawa. Collector number 81 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
| Set | Betrayers of Kamigawa |
|---|---|
| Number | 81 |
| Rarity | Rare |
| TCGPlayer USD | $38.43 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €0.68 |
| cardmarket | $0.68 |
| foil | $38.43 |
| Normal | $0.96 |
Card stats
| Colors | B |
|---|---|
| Power | 2 |
How collectible is Shirei, Shizo's Caretaker?
Shirei, Shizo's Caretaker is a Rare printing in Betrayers of Kamigawa. Chase-tier slots combine scarcity, art, and format demand — prices move with reprint news and tournament results. This printing is from Betrayers of Kamigawa. Collector number 81 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What are the key details for Shirei, Shizo's Caretaker?
Shirei, Shizo's Caretaker lists as Legendary Creature — Spirit. Artist: Wayne Reynolds. Rules text is indexed in the catalog for search and deck research. This printing is from Betrayers of Kamigawa. Collector number 81 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
Cactaur's take
Shirei, Shizo's Caretaker (81) is a chase-tier Rare Legendary Creature — Spirit in Betrayers of Kamigawa. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes.
Pros
- Shirei, Shizo's Caretaker is catalogued as Rare Legendary Creature — Spirit in Betrayers of Kamigawa, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a reference near $38.43 across finishes (cardmarket: $0.68; foil: $38.43; Normal: $0.96).
- Mana cost {4}{B} and type line Legendary Creature — Spirit help deck builders confirm the correct printing quickly.
Cons
- Raw market prices vary by condition and finish — near-mint estimates are not slab grades.
Verdict: Use $38.43 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
What is Shirei, Shizo's Caretaker from Betrayers of Kamigawa?
Shirei, Shizo's Caretaker is a Rare Legendary Creature — Spirit from Betrayers of Kamigawa numbered 81 in Magic: The Gathering. Cactaur indexes set, rarity, mana cost, and market references for this printing.
How much is Shirei, Shizo's Caretaker worth?
Cactaur's catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $38.43 for ungraded Shirei, Shizo's Caretaker. Condition, finish, and recent sold comps can move realized prices above or below that benchmark.
What rarity is Shirei, Shizo's Caretaker?
Shirei, Shizo's Caretaker is catalogued as Rare in Betrayers of Kamigawa. Use the collector number and set symbol on listings to confirm you are buying this exact printing.
Is Shirei, Shizo's Caretaker legal in Commander or Standard?
Shirei, Shizo's Caretaker shows format legality in modern, legacy, vintage, penny based on our latest ingest. Always verify the exact printing and ban-list updates before registering a deck for an event.
Why does Shirei, Shizo's Caretaker trade at a premium?
Shirei, Shizo's Caretaker combines Rare scarcity with art, finish, and format demand. Chase slots often move on reprint rumors, tournament results, and condition-sensitive buyer interest.
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