Illuminating Detective
UNKUnknown Event/#CW01/2024Common
Colour IDMV 2
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Other printings
This is the only English printing.
Gameplay and rules
Creature — Insect Detective
When Illuminating Detective enters the battlefield, each of your opponents reveal all of their commanders. If their commanders were already revealed, put a flying counter on this creature.
2 / 2
Card capabilities
Creature
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About this card
Illuminating Detective
Illuminating Detective is a Creature — Insect Detective, with mana cost {1}{W} (mana value 2).
Format legality: Commander: not_legal, Modern: not_legal, Standard: not_legal, Pioneer: not_legal, Legacy: not_legal, Pauper: not_legal.
Frequently asked
Illuminating Detective FAQ
What set was Illuminating Detective first printed in?
The earliest English paper printing that MTGPrices tracks is from UNK #CW01, released 2024-02-24.
Is Illuminating Detective legal in Commander?
Illuminating Detective is not currently legal in Commander per Scryfall's legality feed.
Is Illuminating Detective legal in Modern?
Illuminating Detective is not currently legal in Modern per Scryfall's legality feed.
Is Illuminating Detective legal in Standard?
Illuminating Detective is not currently legal in Standard per Scryfall's legality feed.
What does Illuminating Detective do?
Illuminating Detective is a Creature — Insect Detective with mana cost {1}{W}. Its Oracle text reads: "When Illuminating Detective enters the battlefield, each of your opponents reveal all of their commanders. If their commanders were already revealed, put a flying counter on this creature.".








