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Crime Novelist
USD $2.83
USD foil $2.69
EUR €0.72
MTGO 0.03 tix

Crime Novelist

{2}{R}

Creature — Goblin Bard

Whenever you sacrifice an artifact, put a +1/+1 counter on this creature and add {R}.

"But then he peeled off the mask, revealing a sight that made Groja's blood run cold—Brulu was actually Vogos in disguise!"

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Set
Murders at Karlov Manor (MKM #121)
Rarity
Uncommon
Mana value
3
Released
2024-02-09
Artist
Izzy
EDHREC rank
#1,362
Colour identity
{R}
Finishes
Nonfoil, Foil
Served from
Local database

Commander bracket

1 +
Fits any bracket
No Game Changer, land denial, extra turns or two-card combos.

Derived from card traits, not a ruling — bracket rules turn on how a deck intends to use a card. Bracket rules

EDHREC

Salt Score 0.32
How much players resent seeing this card. The scale tops out around 3.1.
Ramp

Combos 71

Crime Novelist+Krark-Clan Ironworks+Myr Retriever+Scrap Trawler
{R}
Infinite +1/+1 counters on a creatureInfinite colorless manaInfinite creature ETBInfinite creature LTBInfinite creature sacrifice triggersInfinite death triggersInfinite red manaInfinite storm count
5,385 decks Commander Spellbook ↗
Crime Novelist+Krark-Clan Ironworks+Myr Retriever+Junk Diver
{R}
Infinite +1/+1 counters on a creatureInfinite colorless manaInfinite creature ETBInfinite creature LTBInfinite creature sacrifice triggersInfinite death triggersInfinite red manaInfinite storm count
4,101 decks Commander Spellbook ↗
Crime Novelist+Animation Module+Ashnod's Altar
{R}
Infinite +1/+1 counters on a creatureInfinite colorless manaInfinite creature ETBInfinite creature LTBInfinite creature sacrifice triggersInfinite death triggersInfinite red mana
2,184 decks Commander Spellbook ↗
Crime Novelist+Krark-Clan Ironworks+Myr Retriever+Workshop Assistant
{R}
Infinite +1/+1 counters on a creatureInfinite colorless manaInfinite creature ETBInfinite creature LTBInfinite creature sacrifice triggersInfinite death triggersInfinite red manaInfinite storm count
1,858 decks Commander Spellbook ↗
Crime Novelist+Ashnod's Altar+Myr Retriever+Scrap Trawler
{R}
Infinite +1/+1 counters on a creatureInfinite colorless manaInfinite creature ETBInfinite creature LTBInfinite creature sacrifice triggersInfinite death triggersInfinite red manaInfinite storm count
1,771 decks Commander Spellbook ↗
Crime Novelist+Krark-Clan Ironworks+Junk Diver+Workshop Assistant
{R}
Infinite +1/+1 counters on a creatureInfinite creature ETBInfinite creature LTBInfinite creature sacrifice triggersInfinite death triggersInfinite storm count
1,691 decks Commander Spellbook ↗
Crime Novelist+Animation Module+Goblin Bombardment
{R}
Infinite +1/+1 counters on a creatureInfinite creature ETBInfinite creature LTBInfinite creature sacrifice triggersInfinite damageInfinite death triggers
1,294 decks Commander Spellbook ↗
Crime Novelist+Ashnod's Altar+Myr Retriever+Junk Diver
{R}
Infinite +1/+1 counters on a creatureInfinite colorless manaInfinite creature ETBInfinite creature LTBInfinite creature sacrifice triggersInfinite death triggersInfinite red manaInfinite storm count
1,123 decks Commander Spellbook ↗
Crime Novelist+Thopter Foundry+Sword of the Meek
{W}{U}{B}{R}
Infinite +1/+1 counters on a creatureInfinite creature ETBInfinite creature tokensInfinite lifegainInfinite lifegain triggers
813 decks Commander Spellbook ↗
Crime Novelist+Ashnod's Altar+Myr Retriever+Workshop Assistant
{R}
Infinite +1/+1 counters on a creatureInfinite colorless manaInfinite creature ETBInfinite creature LTBInfinite creature sacrifice triggersInfinite death triggersInfinite red manaInfinite storm count
661 decks Commander Spellbook ↗
Crime Novelist+Animation Module+Krark-Clan Ironworks
{R}
Infinite +1/+1 counters on a creatureInfinite colorless manaInfinite creature ETBInfinite creature LTBInfinite creature sacrifice triggersInfinite death triggersInfinite red mana
593 decks Commander Spellbook ↗
Goblin Engineer+Crime Novelist+Thornbite Staff
{R}
Infinite +1/+1 counters on a creatureInfinite artifact ETBInfinite artifact LTBInfinite artifact sacrifice triggersInfinite creature ETBInfinite creature LTBInfinite creature sacrifice triggersInfinite death triggers
589 decks Commander Spellbook ↗
Crime Novelist+Ashnod's Altar+Junk Diver+Workshop Assistant
{R}
Infinite +1/+1 counters on a creatureInfinite creature ETBInfinite creature LTBInfinite creature sacrifice triggersInfinite death triggersInfinite storm count
576 decks Commander Spellbook ↗
Olivia's Attendants+Krark-Clan Ironworks+Crime Novelist
{R}
Infinite +1/+1 counters on a creatureInfinite artifact ETBInfinite artifact LTBInfinite artifact sacrifice triggersInfinite damage
452 decks Commander Spellbook ↗
Crime Novelist+Animation Module+Arcbound Ravager
{R}
Infinite +1/+1 counters on a creatureInfinite creature ETBInfinite creature LTBInfinite creature sacrifice triggersInfinite death triggers
361 decks Commander Spellbook ↗
Crime Novelist+Revel in Riches+Street Urchin
{B}{R}
Destroy all creatures opponents control during each turn
237 decks Commander Spellbook ↗
Dihada, Binder of Wills+Meticulous Excavation+Crime Novelist
{R}{W}{B}
Infinite self-millNear-infinite +1/+1 counters on a creatureNear-infinite colored manaNear-infinite storm countNear-infinite Treasure tokens
101 decks Commander Spellbook ↗
Breya, Etherium Shaper+Crime Novelist+Urza, Prince of Kroog+Ashnod's Altar
{W}{U}{B}{R}
Infinite +1/+1 counters on a creatureInfinite artifact ETBInfinite artifact LTBInfinite artifact sacrifice triggersInfinite creature ETBInfinite creature LTBInfinite creature sacrifice triggersInfinite death triggers
72 decks Commander Spellbook ↗
Krenko, Baron of Tin Street+Crime Novelist+Sword of the Meek+Krark-Clan Ironworks
{R}
Infinite +1/+1 counters on a creatureInfinite colorless manaInfinite creature ETBInfinite creature tokens with haste
58 decks Commander Spellbook ↗
Breya, Etherium Shaper+Crime Novelist+Urza, Prince of Kroog+Krark-Clan Ironworks
{W}{U}{B}{R}
Infinite +1/+1 counters on a creatureInfinite artifact ETBInfinite artifact LTBInfinite artifact sacrifice triggersInfinite creature ETBInfinite creature LTBInfinite creature sacrifice triggersInfinite death triggers
53 decks Commander Spellbook ↗
Goblin Engineer+Crime Novelist+Intruder Alarm
{U}{R}
Infinite +1/+1 counters on a creatureInfinite artifact ETBInfinite artifact LTBInfinite artifact sacrifice triggersInfinite creature ETBInfinite creature LTBInfinite creature sacrifice triggersInfinite death triggersInfinite mana creatures you control can produceInfinite untap of creatures
51 decks Commander Spellbook ↗
Duchess, Wayward Tavernkeep+Crime Novelist+Quest for Pure Flame+Reckless Fireweaver
{R}
Exile your library with the ability to play the exiled cards until end of turnInfinite +1/+1 counters on a creatureInfinite artifact ETBInfinite artifact LTBInfinite artifact sacrifice triggersInfinite damage
32 decks Commander Spellbook ↗
Krenko, Baron of Tin Street+Crime Novelist+Sword of the Meek+Grinding Station
{R}
Infinite +1/+1 counters on a creatureInfinite creature ETBInfinite creature tokens with hasteInfinite millInfinite self-mill
28 decks Commander Spellbook ↗
Duchess, Wayward Tavernkeep+Crime Novelist+Quest for Pure Flame+Ingenious Artillerist
{R}
Exile your library with the ability to play the exiled cards until end of turnInfinite +1/+1 counters on a creatureInfinite artifact ETBInfinite artifact LTBInfinite artifact sacrifice triggersInfinite damage
27 decks Commander Spellbook ↗
Krenko, Baron of Tin Street+Crime Novelist+Sword of the Meek+Arcbound Ravager
{R}
Infinite +1/+1 counters on a creatureInfinite creature ETBInfinite creature tokens with haste
23 decks Commander Spellbook ↗
Duchess, Wayward Tavernkeep+Crime Novelist+Quest for Pure Flame+Weftstalker Ardent
{R}
Exile your library with the ability to play the exiled cards until end of turnInfinite +1/+1 counters on a creatureInfinite artifact ETBInfinite artifact LTBInfinite artifact sacrifice triggersInfinite damage
17 decks Commander Spellbook ↗
Duchess, Wayward Tavernkeep+Crime Novelist+Quest for Pure Flame+Hedron Detonator
{R}
Exile your library with the ability to play the exiled cards until end of turnInfinite +1/+1 counters on a creatureInfinite artifact ETBInfinite artifact LTBInfinite artifact sacrifice triggersInfinite damage
17 decks Commander Spellbook ↗
Crime Novelist+Triskelavus+Agatha's Soul Cauldron
{R}
Infinite creature ETBInfinite creature LTBInfinite creature sacrifice triggersInfinite damageInfinite death triggers
11 decks Commander Spellbook ↗
Krenko, Baron of Tin Street+Crime Novelist+Sword of the Meek+Extruder
{R}
Infinite +1/+1 counters on creatures you controlInfinite creature ETBInfinite creature tokens with haste
11 decks Commander Spellbook ↗
Krenko, Baron of Tin Street+Crime Novelist+Sword of the Meek+Megatog
{R}
Infinite +1/+1 counters on a creatureInfinite creature ETBInfinite creature tokens with hasteInfinitely large creature until end of turn
8 decks Commander Spellbook ↗
Ashnod the Uncaring+Thopter Squadron+Crime Novelist+Ashnod's Altar
{U}{B}{R}
Infinite +1/+1 counters on a creatureInfinite artifact ETBInfinite artifact LTBInfinite artifact sacrifice triggersInfinite colorless manaInfinite creature ETBInfinite creature LTBInfinite creature sacrifice triggersInfinite death triggersInfinite red mana
8 decks Commander Spellbook ↗
Krenko, Baron of Tin Street+Crime Novelist+Sword of the Meek+Atog
{R}
Infinite +1/+1 counters on a creatureInfinite creature ETBInfinite creature tokens with hasteInfinitely large creature until end of turn
6 decks Commander Spellbook ↗
Krenko, Baron of Tin Street+Crime Novelist+Sword of the Meek+Krark-Clan Grunt
{R}
Infinite +1/+1 counters on a creatureInfinite creature ETBInfinite creature tokens with hasteInfinitely powerful creature until end of turn
6 decks Commander Spellbook ↗
Improvised Arsenal+Crime Novelist+Krark-Clan Ironworks+Exalted Sunborn
{R}{W}
Infinite +1/+1 counters on a creatureInfinite artifact ETBInfinite artifact LTBInfinite artifact sacrifice triggersInfinite colorless manaInfinite red mana
5 decks Commander Spellbook ↗
Improvised Arsenal+Crime Novelist+Krark-Clan Ironworks+Anointed Procession
{R}{W}
Infinite +1/+1 counters on a creatureInfinite artifact ETBInfinite artifact LTBInfinite artifact sacrifice triggersInfinite colorless manaInfinite red mana
5 decks Commander Spellbook ↗
Improvised Arsenal+Crime Novelist+Krark-Clan Ironworks+Mondrak, Glory Dominus
{R}{W}
Infinite +1/+1 counters on a creatureInfinite artifact ETBInfinite artifact LTBInfinite artifact sacrifice triggersInfinite colorless manaInfinite red mana
4 decks Commander Spellbook ↗
Improvised Arsenal+Crime Novelist+Krark-Clan Ironworks+Doubling Season
{R}{G}
Infinite +1/+1 counters on a creatureInfinite artifact ETBInfinite artifact LTBInfinite artifact sacrifice triggersInfinite colorless manaInfinite red mana
4 decks Commander Spellbook ↗
Ashnod the Uncaring+Thopter Squadron+Crime Novelist+Krark-Clan Ironworks
{U}{B}{R}
Infinite +1/+1 counters on a creatureInfinite artifact ETBInfinite artifact LTBInfinite artifact sacrifice triggersInfinite colorless manaInfinite creature ETBInfinite creature LTBInfinite creature sacrifice triggersInfinite death triggersInfinite red mana
4 decks Commander Spellbook ↗
Oathsworn Vampire+Scion of Opulence+Crime Novelist+Viscera Seer
{B}{R}
Infinite +1/+1 counters on a creatureInfinite artifact ETBInfinite artifact LTBInfinite artifact sacrifice triggersInfinite creature ETBInfinite creature LTBInfinite creature sacrifice triggersInfinite death triggersInfinite scry 1Infinite storm count
3 decks Commander Spellbook ↗
Krenko, Baron of Tin Street+Crime Novelist+Sword of the Meek+Umbral Collar Zealot
{B}{R}
Infinite +1/+1 counters on a creatureInfinite creature ETBInfinite creature LTBInfinite creature sacrifice triggersInfinite creature tokens with hasteInfinite death triggersInfinite surveil
3 decks Commander Spellbook ↗
Improvised Arsenal+Crime Novelist+Krark-Clan Ironworks+Parallel Lives
{R}{G}
Infinite +1/+1 counters on a creatureInfinite artifact ETBInfinite artifact LTBInfinite artifact sacrifice triggersInfinite colorless manaInfinite red mana
3 decks Commander Spellbook ↗
Improvised Arsenal+Crime Novelist+Krark-Clan Ironworks+Primal Vigor
{R}{G}
Infinite +1/+1 counters on a creatureInfinite artifact ETBInfinite artifact LTBInfinite artifact sacrifice triggersInfinite colorless manaInfinite red mana
2 decks Commander Spellbook ↗
Krenko, Baron of Tin Street+Crime Novelist+Sword of the Meek+Ravenous Intruder
{R}
Infinite +1/+1 counters on a creatureInfinite creature ETBInfinite creature tokens with hasteInfinitely large creature until end of turn
2 decks Commander Spellbook ↗
Krenko, Baron of Tin Street+Crime Novelist+Sword of the Meek+Phantom Train
{B}{R}
Infinite +1/+1 counters on a creatureInfinite creature ETBInfinite creature LTBInfinite creature sacrifice triggersInfinite creature tokens with hasteInfinite death triggers
2 decks Commander Spellbook ↗
Krenko, Baron of Tin Street+Crime Novelist+Sword of the Meek+Lithatog
{R}{G}
Infinite +1/+1 counters on a creatureInfinite creature ETBInfinite creature tokens with hasteInfinitely large creature until end of turn
1 decks Commander Spellbook ↗
Krenko, Baron of Tin Street+Crime Novelist+Sword of the Meek+Sarcatog
{B}{R}
Infinite +1/+1 counters on a creatureInfinite creature ETBInfinite creature tokens with hasteInfinitely large creature until end of turn
1 decks Commander Spellbook ↗
Oathsworn Vampire+Scion of Opulence+Crime Novelist+Yahenni, Undying Partisan
{B}{R}
Infinite +1/+1 counters on a creatureInfinite artifact ETBInfinite artifact LTBInfinite artifact sacrifice triggersInfinite creature ETBInfinite creature LTBInfinite creature sacrifice triggersInfinite death triggersInfinite storm count
1 decks Commander Spellbook ↗
Ashnod the Uncaring+Thopter Squadron+Crime Novelist+Phyrexian Altar
{U}{B}{R}
Infinite +1/+1 counters on a creatureInfinite artifact ETBInfinite artifact LTBInfinite artifact sacrifice triggersInfinite creature ETBInfinite creature LTBInfinite creature sacrifice triggersInfinite death triggers
1 decks Commander Spellbook ↗
Oathsworn Vampire+Scion of Opulence+Crime Novelist+Bartolomé del Presidio
{R}{W}{B}
Infinite +1/+1 counters on a creatureInfinite artifact ETBInfinite artifact LTBInfinite artifact sacrifice triggersInfinite creature ETBInfinite creature LTBInfinite creature sacrifice triggersInfinite death triggersInfinite storm count
0 decks Commander Spellbook ↗
Oathsworn Vampire+Scion of Opulence+Crime Novelist+Blasting Station
{B}{R}
Infinite +1/+1 counters on a creatureInfinite artifact ETBInfinite artifact LTBInfinite artifact sacrifice triggersInfinite creature ETBInfinite creature LTBInfinite creature sacrifice triggersInfinite damageInfinite death triggersInfinite storm count
0 decks Commander Spellbook ↗

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Format legality

Standard Legal
Pioneer Legal
Modern Legal
Legacy Legal
Vintage Legal
Pauper Not legal
Commander Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Duel Commander Legal
Brawl Legal
Standard Brawl Legal
Historic Legal
Timeless Legal
Alchemy Not legal
Penny Not legal
Premodern Not legal
PreDH Not legal
Pauper EDH Not legal
Old School Not legal
Future Legal
Gladiator Legal
All printingsScryfall ↗Gatherer ↗Edhrec ↗
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