Scryfall MCP Server

Name: Scryfall MCP Server
Author: bmurdock

@bmurdock

Repository

About Scryfall MCP Server

MCP Server for Scryfall

#mathgpt #math-solver #math-assistant

Basic information

Config

Add this server to your MCP-compatible client using the configuration below.

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "scryfall": {
      "command": "node",
      "args": [
        "/absolute/path/to/scryfall-mcp/dist/index.js"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Tools

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Overview

What is Scryfall MCP Server?

A comprehensive Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that integrates with the Scryfall API to provide Magic: The Gathering card data and functionality to AI assistants like Claude.

How to use Scryfall MCP Server?

Install Node.js 18+, clone the repository, install dependencies, optionally configure environment variables, and build the project. Then add the server configuration to your Claude Desktop configuration file using the absolute path to the built index.js file. Use MCP tools such as search_cards, get_card, get_card_prices, random_card, and search_sets.

Key features of Scryfall MCP Server

Full Scryfall search syntax support with boolean logic
Built-in rate limiting at 100ms minimum intervals
Intelligent caching reduces API calls by over 70%
Circuit breaker prevents cascading failures during outages
Resources for bulk card database and all sets
Prompts for card analysis and deck building guides

Use cases of Scryfall MCP Server

Search and filter Magic cards using Scryfall syntax
Retrieve current prices and set metadata
Generate random cards with optional filters
Analyze card competitive viability and synergies
Create deck building guides around specific cards

FAQ from Scryfall MCP Server

How does rate limiting work?

The server enforces a 100ms minimum interval between requests (10 requests/second max) and automatically retries on 429 responses with exponential backoff.

How do I integrate with Claude Desktop?

Add a JSON block to your Claude Desktop configuration file (e.g., ~/Library/Application Support/Claude/claude_desktop_config.json) specifying the command node and the path to the built dist/index.js file.