Absorb
Absorb is a Rare Instant from Invasion (226) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost {W}{U}{U}. Color identity: U, W. Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $76.63 for ungraded copies.
Who is this card for?
Absorb suits collectors and players working on Invasion who need the Rare slot. Treat $76.63 as a starting reference only — verify finish, border treatment, and condition before paying premium singles prices.
What is Absorb from Invasion?
Absorb is a Instant in Invasion numbered 226. Mana cost {W}{U}{U}. Color identity: U, W. Absorb (226) is a chase-tier Rare Instant in Invasion. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes. This printing is from Invasion.
What is Absorb worth today?
Cactaur tracks a market reference near $76.63 for Absorb. Low and high spread runs $76.63 to null. Per-finish references: cardmarket: $2.70; foil: $76.63; Normal: $3.84. This printing is from Invasion. Collector number 226 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
| Set | Invasion |
|---|---|
| Number | 226 |
| Rarity | Rare |
| TCGPlayer USD | $76.63 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €2.70 |
| cardmarket | $2.70 |
| foil | $76.63 |
| Normal | $3.84 |
Card stats
| Colors | U, W |
|---|
How collectible is Absorb?
Absorb is a Rare printing in Invasion. Chase-tier slots combine scarcity, art, and format demand — prices move with reprint news and tournament results. This printing is from Invasion. Collector number 226 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Rare.
What are the key details for Absorb?
Absorb lists as Instant. Artist: Andrew Goldhawk. Rules text is indexed in the catalog for search and deck research. This printing is from Invasion. Collector number 226 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Rare. The set released in 2000.
Cactaur's take
Absorb (226) is a chase-tier Rare Instant in Invasion. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes.
Pros
- Absorb is catalogued as Rare Instant in Invasion, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a reference near $76.63 across finishes (cardmarket: $2.70; foil: $76.63; Normal: $3.84).
- Mana cost {W}{U}{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 $76.63 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
What is Absorb from Invasion?
Absorb is a Rare Instant from Invasion numbered 226 in Magic: The Gathering. Cactaur indexes set, rarity, mana cost, and market references for this printing.
How much is Absorb worth?
Cactaur's catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $76.63 for ungraded Absorb. Condition, finish, and recent sold comps can move realized prices above or below that benchmark.
What rarity is Absorb?
Absorb is catalogued as Rare in Invasion. Use the collector number and set symbol on listings to confirm you are buying this exact printing. This printing is from Invasion.
Is Absorb legal in Commander or Standard?
Absorb shows format legality in historic, timeless, gladiator, pioneer based on our latest ingest. Always verify the exact printing and ban-list updates before registering a deck for an event.
Why does Absorb trade at a premium?
Absorb 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 Invasion.
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