Descent into Madness
Avacyn Restored · #97

Descent into Madness

Descent into Madness is a Mythic Enchantment from Avacyn Restored (97) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost {3}{B}{B}. Color identity: B. Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $1.57 for ungraded copies.

Avacyn Restored set collectorsHigh-end singles buyersFinish-sensitive collectors Modern legalLegacy legalVintage legalPenny legalCommander legalOathbreaker legal
TCGPlayer market $1.57
Cardmarket trend €0.73
Rarity Mythic
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Who is this card for?

Descent into Madness suits collectors and players working on Avacyn Restored who need the Mythic slot. Treat $1.57 as a starting reference only — verify finish, border treatment, and condition before paying premium singles prices.

What is Descent into Madness from Avacyn Restored?

Descent into Madness is a Enchantment in Avacyn Restored numbered 97. Mana cost {3}{B}{B}. Color identity: B. Descent into Madness (97) is a chase-tier Mythic Enchantment in Avacyn Restored. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes.

What is Descent into Madness worth today?

Cactaur tracks a market reference near $1.57 for Descent into Madness. Low and high spread runs $1.57 to null. Per-finish references: cardmarket: $0.73; foil: $1.57; Normal: $0.32. This printing is from Avacyn Restored. Collector number 97 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.

SetAvacyn Restored
Number97
RarityMythic
TCGPlayer USD$1.57
Cardmarket EUR€0.73
cardmarket $0.73
foil $1.57
Normal $0.32

Card stats

ColorsB

How collectible is Descent into Madness?

Descent into Madness is a Mythic printing in Avacyn Restored. Chase-tier slots combine scarcity, art, and format demand — prices move with reprint news and tournament results. This printing is from Avacyn Restored. Collector number 97 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.

What are the key details for Descent into Madness?

Descent into Madness lists as Enchantment. Artist: Anthony Francisco. Rules text is indexed in the catalog for search and deck research. This printing is from Avacyn Restored. Collector number 97 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Mythic.

Cactaur's take

Descent into Madness (97) is a chase-tier Mythic Enchantment in Avacyn Restored. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes.

Pros

  • Descent into Madness is catalogued as Mythic Enchantment in Avacyn Restored, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
  • Public market data shows a reference near $1.57 across finishes (cardmarket: $0.73; foil: $1.57; Normal: $0.32).
  • Mana cost {3}{B}{B} 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 $1.57 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.

FAQ

What is Descent into Madness from Avacyn Restored?

Descent into Madness is a Mythic Enchantment from Avacyn Restored numbered 97 in Magic: The Gathering. Cactaur indexes set, rarity, mana cost, and market references for this printing.

How much is Descent into Madness worth?

Cactaur's catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $1.57 for ungraded Descent into Madness. Condition, finish, and recent sold comps can move realized prices above or below that benchmark.

What rarity is Descent into Madness?

Descent into Madness is catalogued as Mythic in Avacyn Restored. Use the collector number and set symbol on listings to confirm you are buying this exact printing.

Is Descent into Madness legal in Commander or Standard?

Descent into Madness 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 Descent into Madness trade at a premium?

Descent into Madness 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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Catalog snapshot: 2026-06-23. Last updated: 2026-06-23.