Zariel, Archduke of Avernus
Zariel, Archduke of Avernus is a Mythic Legendary Planeswalker — Zariel from Adventures in the Forgotten Realms (285) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost {2}{R}{R}. Color identity: R. Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $4.91 for ungraded copies.
Who is this card for?
Zariel, Archduke of Avernus suits collectors and players working on Adventures in the Forgotten Realms who need the Mythic slot. Treat $4.91 as a starting reference only — verify finish, border treatment, and condition before paying premium singles prices.
What is Zariel, Archduke of Avernus from Adventures in the Forgotten Realms?
Zariel, Archduke of Avernus is a Legendary Planeswalker — Zariel in Adventures in the Forgotten Realms numbered 285. Mana cost {2}{R}{R}. Color identity: R. Zariel, Archduke of Avernus (285) is a chase-tier Mythic Legendary Planeswalker — Zariel in Adventures in the Forgotten Realms. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes.
What is Zariel, Archduke of Avernus worth today?
Cactaur tracks a market reference near $4.91 for Zariel, Archduke of Avernus. Low and high spread runs $4.91 to null. Per-finish references: cardmarket: $4.48; foil: $4.91; Normal: $4.65. This printing is from Adventures in the Forgotten Realms. Collector number 285 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
| Set | Adventures in the Forgotten Realms |
|---|---|
| Number | 285 |
| Rarity | Mythic |
| TCGPlayer USD | $4.91 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €4.48 |
| cardmarket | $4.48 |
| foil | $4.91 |
| Normal | $4.65 |
Card stats
| Colors | R |
|---|
How collectible is Zariel, Archduke of Avernus?
Zariel, Archduke of Avernus is a Mythic printing in Adventures in the Forgotten Realms. Chase-tier slots combine scarcity, art, and format demand — prices move with reprint news and tournament results. This printing is from Adventures in the Forgotten Realms. Collector number 285 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What are the key details for Zariel, Archduke of Avernus?
Zariel, Archduke of Avernus lists as Legendary Planeswalker — Zariel. Artist: Scott M. Fischer. Rules text is indexed in the catalog for search and deck research. This printing is from Adventures in the Forgotten Realms. Collector number 285 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
Cactaur's take
Zariel, Archduke of Avernus (285) is a chase-tier Mythic Legendary Planeswalker — Zariel in Adventures in the Forgotten Realms. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes.
Pros
- Zariel, Archduke of Avernus is catalogued as Mythic Legendary Planeswalker — Zariel in Adventures in the Forgotten Realms, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a reference near $4.91 across finishes (cardmarket: $4.48; foil: $4.91; Normal: $4.65).
- Mana cost {2}{R}{R} and type line Legendary Planeswalker — Zariel 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 $4.91 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
What is Zariel, Archduke of Avernus from Adventures in the Forgotten Realms?
Zariel, Archduke of Avernus is a Mythic Legendary Planeswalker — Zariel from Adventures in the Forgotten Realms numbered 285 in Magic: The Gathering. Cactaur indexes set, rarity, mana cost, and market references for this printing.
How much is Zariel, Archduke of Avernus worth?
Cactaur's catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $4.91 for ungraded Zariel, Archduke of Avernus. Condition, finish, and recent sold comps can move realized prices above or below that benchmark.
What rarity is Zariel, Archduke of Avernus?
Zariel, Archduke of Avernus is catalogued as Mythic in Adventures in the Forgotten Realms. Use the collector number and set symbol on listings to confirm you are buying this exact printing.
Is Zariel, Archduke of Avernus legal in Commander or Standard?
Zariel, Archduke of Avernus shows format legality in historic, timeless, gladiator, pioneer based on our latest ingest. Always verify the exact printing and ban-list updates before registering a deck for an event.
Why does Zariel, Archduke of Avernus trade at a premium?
Zariel, Archduke of Avernus combines Mythic scarcity with art, finish, and format demand. Chase slots often move on reprint rumors, tournament results, and condition-sensitive buyer interest.
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