Detonate
Detonate is a Uncommon Sorcery from Fifth Edition (218) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost {X}{R}. Color identity: R. Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $0.30 for ungraded copies.
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Who is this card for?
Detonate suits collectors and players working on Fifth Edition who need the Uncommon slot. This is typically a low-cost slot for master sets; avoid overpaying unless you need a specific finish or near-mint condition.
What is Detonate from Fifth Edition?
Detonate is a Sorcery in Fifth Edition numbered 218. Mana cost {X}{R}. Color identity: R. Detonate (218) from Fifth Edition should be evaluated with set context, mana cost, color identity, and condition together. This printing is from Fifth Edition. Collector number 218 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What is Detonate worth today?
Cactaur tracks a market reference near $0.30 for Detonate. Low and high spread runs $0.30 to null. Per-finish references: cardmarket: $0.16; Normal: $0.30. This printing is from Fifth Edition. Collector number 218 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Uncommon.
| Set | Fifth Edition |
|---|---|
| Number | 218 |
| Rarity | Uncommon |
| TCGPlayer USD | $0.30 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €0.16 |
| cardmarket | $0.16 |
| Normal | $0.30 |
Card stats
| Colors | R |
|---|
How collectible is Detonate?
Detonate is a Uncommon printing in Fifth Edition. Master set builders use collector number and set symbol to track completion progress. This printing is from Fifth Edition. Collector number 218 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Uncommon.
What are the key details for Detonate?
Detonate lists as Sorcery. Artist: Randy Asplund-Faith. Rules text is indexed in the catalog for search and deck research. This printing is from Fifth Edition. Collector number 218 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Uncommon. The set released in 1997.
Cactaur's take
Detonate (218) from Fifth Edition should be evaluated with set context, mana cost, color identity, and condition together.
Pros
- Detonate is catalogued as Uncommon Sorcery in Fifth Edition, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a reference near $0.30 across finishes (cardmarket: $0.16; Normal: $0.30).
- Mana cost {X}{R} and type line Sorcery 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: Treat this as a low-stakes master-set slot unless you are paying for gem condition or a specific finish.
FAQ
What is Detonate from Fifth Edition?
Detonate is a Uncommon Sorcery from Fifth Edition numbered 218 in Magic: The Gathering. Cactaur indexes set, rarity, mana cost, and market references for this printing.
How much is Detonate worth?
Cactaur's catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $0.30 for ungraded Detonate. Condition, finish, and recent sold comps can move realized prices above or below that benchmark.
What rarity is Detonate?
Detonate is catalogued as Uncommon in Fifth Edition. Use the collector number and set symbol on listings to confirm you are buying this exact printing.
Is Detonate legal in Commander or Standard?
Detonate shows format legality in modern, legacy, vintage, penny based on our latest ingest. Always verify the exact printing and ban-list updates before registering a deck for an event.
Should I buy Detonate near mint or played?
Near-mint copies command the catalog reference near $0.30. Heavily played copies trade lower unless the card is a chase rare where any clean copy is scarce.
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