Riddles in the Dark
Riddles in the Dark is a Rare Instant from The Hobbit (53) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost {2}{U}. Color identity: U. Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $15.98 for ungraded copies.
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Who is this card for?
Riddles in the Dark suits collectors and players working on The Hobbit who need the Rare slot. Compare listing photos to your target finish and confirm the Scryfall collector number before buying online.
What is Riddles in the Dark from The Hobbit?
Riddles in the Dark is a Instant in The Hobbit numbered 53. Mana cost {2}{U}. Color identity: U. Riddles in the Dark (53) from The Hobbit should be evaluated with set context, mana cost, color identity, and condition together. This printing is from The Hobbit.
What is Riddles in the Dark worth today?
Cactaur tracks a market reference near $15.98 for Riddles in the Dark. Low and high spread runs $15.98 to null. This printing is from The Hobbit. Collector number 53 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Rare. The set released in 2026.
| Set | The Hobbit |
|---|---|
| Number | 53 |
| Rarity | Rare |
| TCGPlayer USD | $15.98 |
| Cardmarket EUR | — |
| Normal | $15.98 |
Card stats
| Colors | U |
|---|
How collectible is Riddles in the Dark?
Riddles in the Dark is a Rare printing in The Hobbit. Master set builders use collector number and set symbol to track completion progress. This printing is from The Hobbit. Collector number 53 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What are the key details for Riddles in the Dark?
Riddles in the Dark lists as Instant. Artist: Lorenzo Mastroianni. Rules text is indexed in the catalog for search and deck research. This printing is from The Hobbit. Collector number 53 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Rare.
Cactaur's take
Riddles in the Dark (53) from The Hobbit should be evaluated with set context, mana cost, color identity, and condition together.
Pros
- Riddles in the Dark is catalogued as Rare Instant in The Hobbit, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a reference near $15.98.
- Mana cost {2}{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 $15.98 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
What is Riddles in the Dark from The Hobbit?
Riddles in the Dark is a Rare Instant from The Hobbit numbered 53 in Magic: The Gathering. Cactaur indexes set, rarity, mana cost, and market references for this printing.
How much is Riddles in the Dark worth?
Cactaur's catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $15.98 for ungraded Riddles in the Dark. Condition, finish, and recent sold comps can move realized prices above or below that benchmark.
What rarity is Riddles in the Dark?
Riddles in the Dark is catalogued as Rare in The Hobbit. Use the collector number and set symbol on listings to confirm you are buying this exact printing.
How do I verify the correct Riddles in the Dark printing?
Match set code hob, collector number 53, and finish treatment. Scryfall-backed metadata on this page is the reference Cactaur uses for catalog keys. This printing is from The Hobbit.
Should I buy Riddles in the Dark near mint or played?
Near-mint copies command the catalog reference near $15.98. Heavily played copies trade lower unless the card is a chase rare where any clean copy is scarce.
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