Genesis Wave
Genesis Wave is a Rare Sorcery from Foundations (396) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost {X}{G}{G}{G}. Color identity: G. Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $36.31 for ungraded copies.
Who is this card for?
Genesis Wave suits collectors and players working on Foundations who need the Rare slot. Treat $36.31 as a starting reference only — verify finish, border treatment, and condition before paying premium singles prices.
What is Genesis Wave from Foundations?
Genesis Wave is a Sorcery in Foundations numbered 396. Mana cost {X}{G}{G}{G}. Color identity: G. Genesis Wave (396) is a chase-tier Rare Sorcery in Foundations. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes. This printing is from Foundations.
What is Genesis Wave worth today?
Cactaur tracks a market reference near $36.31 for Genesis Wave. Low and high spread runs $36.31 to null. This printing is from Foundations. Collector number 396 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Rare. The set released in 2024.
| Set | Foundations |
|---|---|
| Number | 396 |
| Rarity | Rare |
| TCGPlayer USD | $36.31 |
| Cardmarket EUR | — |
| foil | $36.31 |
Card stats
| Colors | G |
|---|
How collectible is Genesis Wave?
Genesis Wave is a Rare printing in Foundations. Chase-tier slots combine scarcity, art, and format demand — prices move with reprint news and tournament results. This printing is from Foundations. Collector number 396 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What are the key details for Genesis Wave?
Genesis Wave lists as Sorcery. Artist: Liiga Smilshkalne. Rules text is indexed in the catalog for search and deck research. This printing is from Foundations. Collector number 396 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Rare. The set released in 2024.
Cactaur's take
Genesis Wave (396) is a chase-tier Rare Sorcery in Foundations. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes.
Pros
- Genesis Wave is catalogued as Rare Sorcery in Foundations, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a reference near $36.31.
- Mana cost {X}{G}{G}{G} 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 $36.31 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
What is Genesis Wave from Foundations?
Genesis Wave is a Rare Sorcery from Foundations numbered 396 in Magic: The Gathering. Cactaur indexes set, rarity, mana cost, and market references for this printing.
How much is Genesis Wave worth?
Cactaur's catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $36.31 for ungraded Genesis Wave. Condition, finish, and recent sold comps can move realized prices above or below that benchmark.
What rarity is Genesis Wave?
Genesis Wave is catalogued as Rare in Foundations. Use the collector number and set symbol on listings to confirm you are buying this exact printing.
Is Genesis Wave legal in Commander or Standard?
Genesis Wave shows format legality in standard, future, historic, timeless based on our latest ingest. Always verify the exact printing and ban-list updates before registering a deck for an event.
Why does Genesis Wave trade at a premium?
Genesis Wave 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 Foundations.
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