Desperate Stand
Desperate Stand is a Uncommon Sorcery from Journey into Nyx (147) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost {R}{W}. Color identity: R, W. Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $0.23 for ungraded copies.
Who is this card for?
Desperate Stand suits collectors and players working on Journey into Nyx who need the Uncommon slot. This is typically a low-cost slot for master sets; avoid overpaying unless you need a specific finish or near-mint condition.
What is Desperate Stand from Journey into Nyx?
Desperate Stand is a Sorcery in Journey into Nyx numbered 147. Mana cost {R}{W}. Color identity: R, W. Desperate Stand (147) from Journey into Nyx should be evaluated with set context, mana cost, color identity, and condition together. This printing is from Journey into Nyx.
What is Desperate Stand worth today?
Cactaur tracks a market reference near $0.23 for Desperate Stand. Low and high spread runs $0.23 to null. Per-finish references: cardmarket: $0.08; foil: $0.23; Normal: $0.09. This printing is from Journey into Nyx. Collector number 147 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
| Set | Journey into Nyx |
|---|---|
| Number | 147 |
| Rarity | Uncommon |
| TCGPlayer USD | $0.23 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €0.08 |
| cardmarket | $0.08 |
| foil | $0.23 |
| Normal | $0.09 |
Card stats
| Colors | R, W |
|---|
How collectible is Desperate Stand?
Desperate Stand is a Uncommon printing in Journey into Nyx. Master set builders use collector number and set symbol to track completion progress. This printing is from Journey into Nyx. Collector number 147 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What are the key details for Desperate Stand?
Desperate Stand lists as Sorcery with keywords Strive. Artist: Raymond Swanland. Rules text is indexed in the catalog for search and deck research. This printing is from Journey into Nyx. Collector number 147 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
Cactaur's take
Desperate Stand (147) from Journey into Nyx should be evaluated with set context, mana cost, color identity, and condition together.
Pros
- Desperate Stand is catalogued as Uncommon Sorcery in Journey into Nyx, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a reference near $0.23 across finishes (cardmarket: $0.08; foil: $0.23; Normal: $0.09).
- Mana cost {R}{W} 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: Treat this as a low-stakes master-set slot unless you are paying for gem condition or a specific finish.
FAQ
What is Desperate Stand from Journey into Nyx?
Desperate Stand is a Uncommon Sorcery from Journey into Nyx numbered 147 in Magic: The Gathering. Cactaur indexes set, rarity, mana cost, and market references for this printing.
How much is Desperate Stand worth?
Cactaur's catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $0.23 for ungraded Desperate Stand. Condition, finish, and recent sold comps can move realized prices above or below that benchmark.
What rarity is Desperate Stand?
Desperate Stand is catalogued as Uncommon in Journey into Nyx. Use the collector number and set symbol on listings to confirm you are buying this exact printing.
Is Desperate Stand legal in Commander or Standard?
Desperate Stand shows format legality in pioneer, modern, legacy, vintage based on our latest ingest. Always verify the exact printing and ban-list updates before registering a deck for an event.
Should I buy Desperate Stand near mint or played?
Near-mint copies command the catalog reference near $0.23. Heavily played copies trade lower unless the card is a chase rare where any clean copy is scarce.
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