Automatic LibrarianHow it works & interactions with other cards

What It Does

Automatic Librarian features a single 'enters' triggered ability. When it successfully resolves and moves from the stack to the battlefield, you get to Scry 2. This allows you to look at the top two cards of your library, deciding which ones you want to keep on top and which ones you want to move to the bottom of your deck to never see again.

How It Resolves

First, the Librarian must enter the battlefield; the ability does not trigger when it is cast. Once the ability is on the stack and resolves, you look at the top two cards. You can put both on top in any order, both on the bottom in any order, or one on top and one on the bottom. You do not have to reveal these cards to your opponent.

Common Mistakes

A frequent error is forgetting that the scry happens after the creature is already on the field. If an opponent counters the Automatic Librarian spell, you do not get to scry. Additionally, scrying is not drawing; cards moved to the bottom are not considered discarded or milled.

When to Play It

This card is best played when you are searching for specific answers or land drops. Because it is a colorless artifact, it fits into any color identity, making it a flexible inclusion for decks that lack natural card filtration or those that benefit from artifact synergies.

Interaction examples

Doubling the Knowledge

Roaming Throne

If Roaming Throne is on the battlefield and you chose 'Construct' as its type, Automatic Librarian's ability triggers twice when it enters. You will Scry 2, finish that process, and then Scry 2 again. This is more powerful than Scry 4, as you can clear the top two cards twice.

Sequential Value

Solemn Simulacrum

When you have both in hand, playing Solemn Simulacrum first lets you search and shuffle your library. If you then play Automatic Librarian, you can scry to ensure the cards you draw next are exactly what you need, without worrying about a shuffle effect ruining your carefully ordered top deck.