Kresh the Bloodbraided
Kresh the Bloodbraided is a Mythic Legendary Creature — Human Warrior from Shards of Alara (178) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost {2}{B}{R}{G}. Color identity: B, G, R. Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $22.76 for ungraded copies.
Who is this card for?
Kresh the Bloodbraided suits collectors and players working on Shards of Alara who need the Mythic slot. Treat $22.76 as a starting reference only — verify finish, border treatment, and condition before paying premium singles prices.
What is Kresh the Bloodbraided from Shards of Alara?
Kresh the Bloodbraided is a Legendary Creature — Human Warrior in Shards of Alara numbered 178. Mana cost {2}{B}{R}{G}. Color identity: B, G, R. Kresh the Bloodbraided (178) is a chase-tier Mythic Legendary Creature — Human Warrior in Shards of Alara. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes.
What is Kresh the Bloodbraided worth today?
Cactaur tracks a market reference near $22.76 for Kresh the Bloodbraided. Low and high spread runs $22.76 to null. Per-finish references: cardmarket: $0.76; foil: $22.76; Normal: $1.40. This printing is from Shards of Alara. Collector number 178 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
| Set | Shards of Alara |
|---|---|
| Number | 178 |
| Rarity | Mythic |
| TCGPlayer USD | $22.76 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €0.76 |
| cardmarket | $0.76 |
| foil | $22.76 |
| Normal | $1.40 |
Card stats
| Colors | B, G, R |
|---|---|
| Power | 3 |
How collectible is Kresh the Bloodbraided?
Kresh the Bloodbraided is a Mythic printing in Shards of Alara. Chase-tier slots combine scarcity, art, and format demand — prices move with reprint news and tournament results. This printing is from Shards of Alara. Collector number 178 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What are the key details for Kresh the Bloodbraided?
Kresh the Bloodbraided lists as Legendary Creature — Human Warrior. Artist: Raymond Swanland. Rules text is indexed in the catalog for search and deck research. This printing is from Shards of Alara. Collector number 178 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
Cactaur's take
Kresh the Bloodbraided (178) is a chase-tier Mythic Legendary Creature — Human Warrior in Shards of Alara. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes.
Pros
- Kresh the Bloodbraided is catalogued as Mythic Legendary Creature — Human Warrior in Shards of Alara, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a reference near $22.76 across finishes (cardmarket: $0.76; foil: $22.76; Normal: $1.40).
- Mana cost {2}{B}{R}{G} and type line Legendary Creature — Human Warrior 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 $22.76 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
What is Kresh the Bloodbraided from Shards of Alara?
Kresh the Bloodbraided is a Mythic Legendary Creature — Human Warrior from Shards of Alara numbered 178 in Magic: The Gathering. Cactaur indexes set, rarity, mana cost, and market references for this printing.
How much is Kresh the Bloodbraided worth?
Cactaur's catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $22.76 for ungraded Kresh the Bloodbraided. Condition, finish, and recent sold comps can move realized prices above or below that benchmark.
What rarity is Kresh the Bloodbraided?
Kresh the Bloodbraided is catalogued as Mythic in Shards of Alara. Use the collector number and set symbol on listings to confirm you are buying this exact printing.
Is Kresh the Bloodbraided legal in Commander or Standard?
Kresh the Bloodbraided 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.
Why does Kresh the Bloodbraided trade at a premium?
Kresh the Bloodbraided 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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