Venser, Shaper Savant (PLST #TSR-96) MTG

Venser, Shaper Savant is a rare printing from The List (PLST #TSR-96), a Legendary Creature — Human Wizard. Illustrated by Aleksi Briclot.

Card text

Flash (You may cast this spell any time you could cast an instant.)

When Venser enters, return target spell or permanent to its owner's hand.

His marvels of artifice pale in comparison to the developing machinery of his mind.

Mana cost	{2}{U}{U}
Type	Legendary Creature — Human Wizard
Power / Toughness	2 / 2
Rarity	Rare
Set	The List (PLST)
Collector number	TSR-96
Artist	Aleksi Briclot
Released	2023-02-10

As of 2026-10-20, Scryfall listed this printing at non-foil $1.26 (USD). Prices change constantly, so check the live price before buying.

March 14, 2017 — If Venser's triggered ability targets a spell cast with flashback, that spell will be exiled instead of returning to its owner's hand.
March 14, 2017 — If a spell is returned to its owner's hand, it's removed from the stack and thus will not resolve. The spell isn't countered; it just no longer exists. This works against a spell that can't be countered.
March 14, 2017 — If a copy of a spell is returned to its owner's hand, it's moved there, then it will cease to exist as a state-based action. It can't be recast.
March 19, 2021 — If Venser's triggered ability targets a spell cast with flashback, that spell will be exiled instead of returning to its owner's hand.
March 19, 2021 — If a spell is returned to its owner's hand, it's removed from the stack and thus will not resolve. The spell isn't countered; it just no longer exists. This works even against a spell that can't be countered.
March 19, 2021 — If a copy of a spell is returned to its owner's hand, it's moved there, then it will cease to exist as a state-based action. It can't be recast.

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