Tunnel
Tunnel is a Uncommon Instant from Limited Edition Alpha (178) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost {R}. Color identity: R. Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $45.99 for ungraded copies.
Who is this card for?
Tunnel suits collectors and players working on Limited Edition Alpha who need the Uncommon slot. Treat $45.99 as a starting reference only — verify finish, border treatment, and condition before paying premium singles prices.
What is Tunnel from Limited Edition Alpha?
Tunnel is a Instant in Limited Edition Alpha numbered 178. Mana cost {R}. Color identity: R. Tunnel (178) is a chase-tier Uncommon Instant in Limited Edition Alpha. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes. This printing is from Limited Edition Alpha.
What is Tunnel worth today?
Cactaur tracks a market reference near $45.99 for Tunnel. Low and high spread runs $45.99 to null. Per-finish references: cardmarket: $43.32; Normal: $45.99. This printing is from Limited Edition Alpha. Collector number 178 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
| Set | Limited Edition Alpha |
|---|---|
| Number | 178 |
| Rarity | Uncommon |
| TCGPlayer USD | $45.99 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €43.32 |
| cardmarket | $43.32 |
| Normal | $45.99 |
Card stats
| Colors | R |
|---|
How collectible is Tunnel?
Tunnel is a Uncommon printing in Limited Edition Alpha. Chase-tier slots combine scarcity, art, and format demand — prices move with reprint news and tournament results. This printing is from Limited Edition Alpha. Collector number 178 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What are the key details for Tunnel?
Tunnel lists as Instant. Artist: Dan Frazier. Rules text is indexed in the catalog for search and deck research. This printing is from Limited Edition Alpha. Collector number 178 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Uncommon. The set released in 1993.
Cactaur's take
Tunnel (178) is a chase-tier Uncommon Instant in Limited Edition Alpha. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes.
Pros
- Tunnel is catalogued as Uncommon Instant in Limited Edition Alpha, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a reference near $45.99 across finishes (cardmarket: $43.32; Normal: $45.99).
- Mana cost {R} 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 $45.99 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
What is Tunnel from Limited Edition Alpha?
Tunnel is a Uncommon Instant from Limited Edition Alpha numbered 178 in Magic: The Gathering. Cactaur indexes set, rarity, mana cost, and market references for this printing.
How much is Tunnel worth?
Cactaur's catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $45.99 for ungraded Tunnel. Condition, finish, and recent sold comps can move realized prices above or below that benchmark.
What rarity is Tunnel?
Tunnel is catalogued as Uncommon in Limited Edition Alpha. Use the collector number and set symbol on listings to confirm you are buying this exact printing.
Is Tunnel legal in Commander or Standard?
Tunnel shows format legality in legacy, vintage, commander, oathbreaker based on our latest ingest. Always verify the exact printing and ban-list updates before registering a deck for an event.
Why does Tunnel trade at a premium?
Tunnel combines Uncommon 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 Limited Edition Alpha.
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