Myr MindservantHow it works & interactions with other cards

What It Does

Myr Mindservant is a 1/1 artifact creature that costs only one generic mana. Its primary function is its activated ability, which costs two generic mana and requires you to tap the creature. When activated, you simply shuffle your library, randomized for a new draw.

How It Resolves Step by Step

First, you must ensure Myr Mindservant does not have summoning sickness. Second, you pay the two mana and tap the creature to put the ability on the stack. Once both players pass priority and the ability resolves, you physically shuffle your entire library, then place it back on the table. The ability does not draw you a card; it only changes the order of the deck.

Common Mistakes

Players often forget that tapping is part of the cost; you cannot use this ability the same turn Myr Mindservant enters the battlefield unless it has haste. Additionally, shuffling doesn't inherently interact with the stack once the process begins, so make sure you use any 'top of the library' effects before the ability resolves.

When to Play It

This card is most effective in decks that use effects to look at the top card of the library. If you see a card you don't want or need, Myr Mindservant allows you to shuffle it away for a chance at something better. It also serves as a cheap artifact body for decks that care about artifact count.

Interaction examples

Mana Fix and Shuffle

Ornithopter of Paradise

You can tap Ornithopter of Paradise to produce one mana of any color, helping you pay the two-mana cost required to activate Myr Mindservant's shuffle ability.

Artifact Synergy

Walking Ballista

Since both are artifact creatures, they can benefit from the same tribal or artifact-based buffs. If you use an effect to see the top of your library and don't find a Walking Ballista, you can use Myr Mindservant to shuffle and try to find your finisher faster.