Brainstorm
Brainstorm is a Rare Instant from Friday Night Magic 2004 (12) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost {U}. Color identity: U. Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $75.70 for ungraded copies.
Who is this card for?
Brainstorm suits collectors and players working on Friday Night Magic 2004 who need the Rare slot. Treat $75.70 as a starting reference only — verify finish, border treatment, and condition before paying premium singles prices.
What is Brainstorm from Friday Night Magic 2004?
Brainstorm is a Instant in Friday Night Magic 2004 numbered 12. Mana cost {U}. Color identity: U. Brainstorm (12) is a chase-tier Rare Instant in Friday Night Magic 2004. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes.
What is Brainstorm worth today?
Cactaur tracks a market reference near $75.70 for Brainstorm. Low and high spread runs $75.70 to null. This printing is from Friday Night Magic 2004. Collector number 12 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Rare. The set released in 2004.
| Set | Friday Night Magic 2004 |
|---|---|
| Number | 12 |
| Rarity | Rare |
| TCGPlayer USD | $75.70 |
| Cardmarket EUR | — |
| foil | $75.70 |
Card stats
| Colors | U |
|---|
How collectible is Brainstorm?
Brainstorm is a Rare printing in Friday Night Magic 2004. Chase-tier slots combine scarcity, art, and format demand — prices move with reprint news and tournament results. This printing is from Friday Night Magic 2004. Collector number 12 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What are the key details for Brainstorm?
Brainstorm lists as Instant. Artist: DiTerlizzi. Rules text is indexed in the catalog for search and deck research. This printing is from Friday Night Magic 2004. Collector number 12 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Rare. The set released in 2004.
Cactaur's take
Brainstorm (12) is a chase-tier Rare Instant in Friday Night Magic 2004. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes.
Pros
- Brainstorm is catalogued as Rare Instant in Friday Night Magic 2004, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a reference near $75.70.
- Mana cost {U} and type line Instant 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 $75.70 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
What is Brainstorm from Friday Night Magic 2004?
Brainstorm is a Rare Instant from Friday Night Magic 2004 numbered 12 in Magic: The Gathering. Cactaur indexes set, rarity, mana cost, and market references for this printing.
How much is Brainstorm worth?
Cactaur's catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $75.70 for ungraded Brainstorm. Condition, finish, and recent sold comps can move realized prices above or below that benchmark.
What rarity is Brainstorm?
Brainstorm is catalogued as Rare in Friday Night Magic 2004. Use the collector number and set symbol on listings to confirm you are buying this exact printing.
Is Brainstorm legal in Commander or Standard?
Brainstorm shows format legality in timeless, gladiator, legacy, pauper based on our latest ingest. Always verify the exact printing and ban-list updates before registering a deck for an event.
Why does Brainstorm trade at a premium?
Brainstorm combines Rare 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 Friday Night Magic 2004.
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