Word of Binding
Word of Binding is a Common Sorcery from The Dark (55) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost {X}{B}{B}. Color identity: B. Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $0.26 for ungraded copies.
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Who is this card for?
Word of Binding suits collectors and players working on The Dark who need the Common slot. Legal in legacy, pauper, vintage, commander. Confirm the exact printing and language before buying for a deck list.
What is Word of Binding from The Dark?
Word of Binding is a Sorcery in The Dark numbered 55. Mana cost {X}{B}{B}. Color identity: B. Word of Binding (55) is a format-relevant Sorcery in The Dark with legality in legacy, pauper, vintage, commander. Deck demand and reprint risk often explain price as much as rarity alone.
What is Word of Binding worth today?
Cactaur tracks a market reference near $0.26 for Word of Binding. Low and high spread runs $0.26 to null. Per-finish references: cardmarket: $0.39; Normal: $0.26. This printing is from The Dark. Collector number 55 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
| Set | The Dark |
|---|---|
| Number | 55 |
| Rarity | Common |
| TCGPlayer USD | $0.26 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €0.39 |
| cardmarket | $0.39 |
| Normal | $0.26 |
Card stats
| Colors | B |
|---|
How collectible is Word of Binding?
Word of Binding is a Common printing in The Dark. Commander demand can sustain prices even when Standard supply is deep. This printing is from The Dark. Collector number 55 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Common.
What are the key details for Word of Binding?
Word of Binding lists as Sorcery. Artist: Ron Spencer. Rules text is indexed in the catalog for search and deck research. This printing is from The Dark. Collector number 55 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Common.
Cactaur's take
Word of Binding (55) is a format-relevant Sorcery in The Dark with legality in legacy, pauper, vintage, commander. Deck demand and reprint risk often explain price as much as rarity alone.
Pros
- Word of Binding is catalogued as Common Sorcery in The Dark, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a reference near $0.26 across finishes (cardmarket: $0.39; Normal: $0.26).
- Mana cost {X}{B}{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: Use $0.26 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
What is Word of Binding from The Dark?
Word of Binding is a Common Sorcery from The Dark numbered 55 in Magic: The Gathering. Cactaur indexes set, rarity, mana cost, and market references for this printing.
How much is Word of Binding worth?
Cactaur's catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $0.26 for ungraded Word of Binding. Condition, finish, and recent sold comps can move realized prices above or below that benchmark.
What rarity is Word of Binding?
Word of Binding is catalogued as Common in The Dark. Use the collector number and set symbol on listings to confirm you are buying this exact printing.
Is Word of Binding legal in Commander or Standard?
Word of Binding shows format legality in legacy, pauper, vintage, commander based on our latest ingest. Always verify the exact printing and ban-list updates before registering a deck for an event.
Should I buy Word of Binding near mint or played?
Near-mint copies command the catalog reference near $0.26. Heavily played copies trade lower unless the card is a chase rare where any clean copy is scarce.
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