Lifetap
Lifetap is a Uncommon Enchantment from Fourth Edition (81) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost {U}{U}. Color identity: U. Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $0.33 for ungraded copies.
Who is this card for?
Lifetap suits collectors and players working on Fourth Edition who need the Uncommon slot. Legal in legacy, vintage, commander, oathbreaker. Confirm the exact printing and language before buying for a deck list.
What is Lifetap from Fourth Edition?
Lifetap is a Enchantment in Fourth Edition numbered 81. Mana cost {U}{U}. Color identity: U. Lifetap (81) is a format-relevant Enchantment in Fourth Edition with legality in legacy, vintage, commander, oathbreaker. Deck demand and reprint risk often explain price as much as rarity alone.
What is Lifetap worth today?
Cactaur tracks a market reference near $0.33 for Lifetap. Low and high spread runs $0.33 to null. Per-finish references: cardmarket: $0.24; Normal: $0.33. This printing is from Fourth Edition. Collector number 81 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Uncommon.
| Set | Fourth Edition |
|---|---|
| Number | 81 |
| Rarity | Uncommon |
| TCGPlayer USD | $0.33 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €0.24 |
| cardmarket | $0.24 |
| Normal | $0.33 |
Card stats
| Colors | U |
|---|
How collectible is Lifetap?
Lifetap is a Uncommon printing in Fourth Edition. Commander demand can sustain prices even when Standard supply is deep. This printing is from Fourth Edition. Collector number 81 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Uncommon. The set released in 1995.
What are the key details for Lifetap?
Lifetap lists as Enchantment. Artist: Anson Maddocks. Rules text is indexed in the catalog for search and deck research. This printing is from Fourth Edition. Collector number 81 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Uncommon. The set released in 1995.
Cactaur's take
Lifetap (81) is a format-relevant Enchantment in Fourth Edition with legality in legacy, vintage, commander, oathbreaker. Deck demand and reprint risk often explain price as much as rarity alone.
Pros
- Lifetap is catalogued as Uncommon Enchantment in Fourth Edition, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a reference near $0.33 across finishes (cardmarket: $0.24; Normal: $0.33).
- Mana cost {U}{U} and type line Enchantment help deck builders confirm the correct printing quickly.
Cons
- Raw market prices vary by condition and finish — near-mint estimates are not slab grades.
Verdict: Use $0.33 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
What is Lifetap from Fourth Edition?
Lifetap is a Uncommon Enchantment from Fourth Edition numbered 81 in Magic: The Gathering. Cactaur indexes set, rarity, mana cost, and market references for this printing.
How much is Lifetap worth?
Cactaur's catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $0.33 for ungraded Lifetap. Condition, finish, and recent sold comps can move realized prices above or below that benchmark.
What rarity is Lifetap?
Lifetap is catalogued as Uncommon in Fourth Edition. Use the collector number and set symbol on listings to confirm you are buying this exact printing.
Is Lifetap legal in Commander or Standard?
Lifetap shows format legality in legacy, vintage, commander, oathbreaker based on our latest ingest. Always verify the exact printing and ban-list updates before registering a deck for an event.
Should I buy Lifetap near mint or played?
Near-mint copies command the catalog reference near $0.33. Heavily played copies trade lower unless the card is a chase rare where any clean copy is scarce.
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