Rod of Ruin
Rod of Ruin is a Uncommon Artifact from Limited Edition Alpha (268) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost {4}. Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $37.25 for ungraded copies.
Who is this card for?
Rod of Ruin suits collectors and players working on Limited Edition Alpha who need the Uncommon slot. Treat $37.25 as a starting reference only — verify finish, border treatment, and condition before paying premium singles prices.
What is Rod of Ruin from Limited Edition Alpha?
Rod of Ruin is a Artifact in Limited Edition Alpha numbered 268. Mana cost {4}. Rod of Ruin (268) is a chase-tier Uncommon Artifact in Limited Edition Alpha. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes.
What is Rod of Ruin worth today?
Cactaur tracks a market reference near $37.25 for Rod of Ruin. Low and high spread runs $37.25 to null. Per-finish references: cardmarket: $46.91; Normal: $37.25. This printing is from Limited Edition Alpha. Collector number 268 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
| Set | Limited Edition Alpha |
|---|---|
| Number | 268 |
| Rarity | Uncommon |
| TCGPlayer USD | $37.25 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €46.91 |
| cardmarket | $46.91 |
| Normal | $37.25 |
How collectible is Rod of Ruin?
Rod of Ruin 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 268 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What are the key details for Rod of Ruin?
Rod of Ruin lists as Artifact. Artist: Christopher Rush. Rules text is indexed in the catalog for search and deck research. This printing is from Limited Edition Alpha. Collector number 268 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Uncommon.
Cactaur's take
Rod of Ruin (268) is a chase-tier Uncommon Artifact in Limited Edition Alpha. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes.
Pros
- Rod of Ruin is catalogued as Uncommon Artifact in Limited Edition Alpha, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a reference near $37.25 across finishes (cardmarket: $46.91; Normal: $37.25).
- Mana cost {4} and type line Artifact 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 $37.25 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
What is Rod of Ruin from Limited Edition Alpha?
Rod of Ruin is a Uncommon Artifact from Limited Edition Alpha numbered 268 in Magic: The Gathering. Cactaur indexes set, rarity, mana cost, and market references for this printing.
How much is Rod of Ruin worth?
Cactaur's catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $37.25 for ungraded Rod of Ruin. Condition, finish, and recent sold comps can move realized prices above or below that benchmark.
What rarity is Rod of Ruin?
Rod of Ruin 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 Rod of Ruin legal in Commander or Standard?
Rod of Ruin 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.
Why does Rod of Ruin trade at a premium?
Rod of Ruin combines Uncommon scarcity with art, finish, and format demand. Chase slots often move on reprint rumors, tournament results, and condition-sensitive buyer interest.
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