Dark Ritual
Limited Edition Alpha · #98

Dark Ritual

Dark Ritual is a Common Instant from Limited Edition Alpha (98) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost {B}. Color identity: B. Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $245.97 for ungraded copies.

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TCGPlayer market $245.97
Cardmarket trend €289.66
Rarity Common
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Who is this card for?

Dark Ritual suits collectors and players working on Limited Edition Alpha who need the Common slot. Treat $245.97 as a starting reference only — verify finish, border treatment, and condition before paying premium singles prices.

What is Dark Ritual from Limited Edition Alpha?

Dark Ritual is a Instant in Limited Edition Alpha numbered 98. Mana cost {B}. Color identity: B. Dark Ritual (98) is a chase-tier Common Instant in Limited Edition Alpha. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes.

What is Dark Ritual worth today?

Cactaur tracks a market reference near $245.97 for Dark Ritual. Low and high spread runs $245.97 to null. Per-finish references: cardmarket: $289.66; Normal: $245.97. This printing is from Limited Edition Alpha. Collector number 98 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.

SetLimited Edition Alpha
Number98
RarityCommon
TCGPlayer USD$245.97
Cardmarket EUR€289.66
cardmarket $289.66
Normal $245.97

Card stats

ColorsB

How collectible is Dark Ritual?

Dark Ritual is a Common 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 98 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.

What are the key details for Dark Ritual?

Dark Ritual lists as Instant. Artist: Sandra Everingham. Rules text is indexed in the catalog for search and deck research. This printing is from Limited Edition Alpha. Collector number 98 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Common.

Cactaur's take

Dark Ritual (98) is a chase-tier Common Instant in Limited Edition Alpha. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes.

Pros

  • Dark Ritual is catalogued as Common Instant in Limited Edition Alpha, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
  • Public market data shows a reference near $245.97 across finishes (cardmarket: $289.66; Normal: $245.97).
  • Mana cost {B} 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 $245.97 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.

FAQ

What is Dark Ritual from Limited Edition Alpha?

Dark Ritual is a Common Instant from Limited Edition Alpha numbered 98 in Magic: The Gathering. Cactaur indexes set, rarity, mana cost, and market references for this printing.

How much is Dark Ritual worth?

Cactaur's catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $245.97 for ungraded Dark Ritual. Condition, finish, and recent sold comps can move realized prices above or below that benchmark.

What rarity is Dark Ritual?

Dark Ritual is catalogued as Common in Limited Edition Alpha. Use the collector number and set symbol on listings to confirm you are buying this exact printing.

Is Dark Ritual legal in Commander or Standard?

Dark Ritual shows format legality in timeless, gladiator, legacy, pauper based on our latest ingest. Always verify the exact printing and ban-list updates before registering a deck for an event.

Why does Dark Ritual trade at a premium?

Dark Ritual combines Common 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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Catalog snapshot: 2026-06-23. Last updated: 2026-06-23.