Maelstrom Nexus
Alara Reborn · #130

Maelstrom Nexus

Maelstrom Nexus is a Mythic Enchantment from Alara Reborn (130) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost {W}{U}{B}{R}{G}. Color identity: B, G, R, U, W. Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $17.73 for ungraded copies.

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TCGPlayer market $17.73
Cardmarket trend €1.26
Rarity Mythic
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Who is this card for?

Maelstrom Nexus suits collectors and players working on Alara Reborn who need the Mythic slot. Treat $17.73 as a starting reference only — verify finish, border treatment, and condition before paying premium singles prices.

What is Maelstrom Nexus from Alara Reborn?

Maelstrom Nexus is a Enchantment in Alara Reborn numbered 130. Mana cost {W}{U}{B}{R}{G}. Color identity: B, G, R, U, W. Maelstrom Nexus (130) is a chase-tier Mythic Enchantment in Alara Reborn. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes.

What is Maelstrom Nexus worth today?

Cactaur tracks a market reference near $17.73 for Maelstrom Nexus. Low and high spread runs $17.73 to null. Per-finish references: cardmarket: $1.26; foil: $17.73; Normal: $2.28. This printing is from Alara Reborn. Collector number 130 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.

SetAlara Reborn
Number130
RarityMythic
TCGPlayer USD$17.73
Cardmarket EUR€1.26
cardmarket $1.26
foil $17.73
Normal $2.28

Card stats

ColorsB, G, R, U, W

How collectible is Maelstrom Nexus?

Maelstrom Nexus is a Mythic printing in Alara Reborn. Chase-tier slots combine scarcity, art, and format demand — prices move with reprint news and tournament results. This printing is from Alara Reborn. Collector number 130 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.

What are the key details for Maelstrom Nexus?

Maelstrom Nexus lists as Enchantment. Artist: Steven Belledin. Rules text is indexed in the catalog for search and deck research. This printing is from Alara Reborn. Collector number 130 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Mythic. The set released in 2009.

Cactaur's take

Maelstrom Nexus (130) is a chase-tier Mythic Enchantment in Alara Reborn. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes.

Pros

  • Maelstrom Nexus is catalogued as Mythic Enchantment in Alara Reborn, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
  • Public market data shows a reference near $17.73 across finishes (cardmarket: $1.26; foil: $17.73; Normal: $2.28).
  • Mana cost {W}{U}{B}{R}{G} 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 $17.73 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.

FAQ

What is Maelstrom Nexus from Alara Reborn?

Maelstrom Nexus is a Mythic Enchantment from Alara Reborn numbered 130 in Magic: The Gathering. Cactaur indexes set, rarity, mana cost, and market references for this printing.

How much is Maelstrom Nexus worth?

Cactaur's catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $17.73 for ungraded Maelstrom Nexus. Condition, finish, and recent sold comps can move realized prices above or below that benchmark.

What rarity is Maelstrom Nexus?

Maelstrom Nexus is catalogued as Mythic in Alara Reborn. Use the collector number and set symbol on listings to confirm you are buying this exact printing.

Is Maelstrom Nexus legal in Commander or Standard?

Maelstrom Nexus 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 Maelstrom Nexus trade at a premium?

Maelstrom Nexus combines Mythic scarcity with art, finish, and format demand. Chase slots often move on reprint rumors, tournament results, and condition-sensitive buyer interest. This printing is from Alara Reborn.

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Catalog snapshot: 2026-06-23. Last updated: 2026-06-23.