How would it react if targeted by an outside source of Mutate, such as Fallen Elf? Would it continue to Mutate, or would the outside source lock it in place?
Something I havent thought about. What would be better option in your opinion?
I like the concept, i did something similar but less random.
Take a look if you want: Unstable Shapeshifter | Deranged Shapeshifter (http://elementscommunity.org/forum/index.php/topic,28625.0.html)
Back to your card, i think it's should be really fun to play. In fact, i'd like to play this, because i always liked mutants but you need many cards to build a deck around them.
I also think that's balanced, but mutants are so unpredictable that would need some testing, i think!
I have seen your card, and even suggested change it to aether, because I was already planning this one

Really, the idea is have something fun to play. I can imagine myself hoping it becomes something with steal, using it, and then hoping for something with devour next turn

In fact, I also think there should be more skills in mutation list, and I dislike Mitosis being in there, but anyway, it will mutate every turn, so it 'looks' ok. Maybe could have cost decreased by 1, you know, sometimes it will become a mutant that can be eliminated easily.
Another thing I thought about is making upped version immortal, of course, could cost more in this case. Hmmm, in fact, if its immortal I wouldnt like giving some of these to Chaos Lord

Opinions?