Brainbite
Brainbite is a Common Sorcery from Alara Reborn (18) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost {2}{U}{B}. Color identity: B, U. Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $0.19 for ungraded copies.
Who is this card for?
Brainbite suits collectors and players working on Alara Reborn who need the Common 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 Brainbite from Alara Reborn?
Brainbite is a Sorcery in Alara Reborn numbered 18. Mana cost {2}{U}{B}. Color identity: B, U. Brainbite (18) from Alara Reborn should be evaluated with set context, mana cost, color identity, and condition together. This printing is from Alara Reborn. Collector number 18 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What is Brainbite worth today?
Cactaur tracks a market reference near $0.19 for Brainbite. Low and high spread runs $0.19 to null. Per-finish references: cardmarket: $0.08; foil: $0.19; Normal: $0.17. This printing is from Alara Reborn. Collector number 18 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
| Set | Alara Reborn |
|---|---|
| Number | 18 |
| Rarity | Common |
| TCGPlayer USD | $0.19 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €0.08 |
| cardmarket | $0.08 |
| foil | $0.19 |
| Normal | $0.17 |
Card stats
| Colors | B, U |
|---|
How collectible is Brainbite?
Brainbite is a Common printing in Alara Reborn. Master set builders use collector number and set symbol to track completion progress. This printing is from Alara Reborn. Collector number 18 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Common.
What are the key details for Brainbite?
Brainbite lists as Sorcery. Artist: Mark Hyzer. Rules text is indexed in the catalog for search and deck research. This printing is from Alara Reborn. Collector number 18 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Common. The set released in 2009.
Cactaur's take
Brainbite (18) from Alara Reborn should be evaluated with set context, mana cost, color identity, and condition together.
Pros
- Brainbite is catalogued as Common Sorcery in Alara Reborn, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a reference near $0.19 across finishes (cardmarket: $0.08; foil: $0.19; Normal: $0.17).
- Mana cost {2}{U}{B} 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 Brainbite from Alara Reborn?
Brainbite is a Common Sorcery from Alara Reborn numbered 18 in Magic: The Gathering. Cactaur indexes set, rarity, mana cost, and market references for this printing.
How much is Brainbite worth?
Cactaur's catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $0.19 for ungraded Brainbite. Condition, finish, and recent sold comps can move realized prices above or below that benchmark.
What rarity is Brainbite?
Brainbite is catalogued as Common in Alara Reborn. Use the collector number and set symbol on listings to confirm you are buying this exact printing.
Is Brainbite legal in Commander or Standard?
Brainbite shows format legality in modern, legacy, pauper, vintage based on our latest ingest. Always verify the exact printing and ban-list updates before registering a deck for an event.
Should I buy Brainbite near mint or played?
Near-mint copies command the catalog reference near $0.19. Heavily played copies trade lower unless the card is a chase rare where any clean copy is scarce.
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