Oracle of the Alpha
Oracle of the Alpha is a Uncommon Creature — Bird Wizard from Mystery Booster 2 (259) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost {2}{U}. Color identity: U. Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $162.97 for ungraded copies.
Who is this card for?
Oracle of the Alpha suits collectors and players working on Mystery Booster 2 who need the Uncommon slot. Treat $162.97 as a starting reference only — verify finish, border treatment, and condition before paying premium singles prices.
What is Oracle of the Alpha from Mystery Booster 2?
Oracle of the Alpha is a Creature — Bird Wizard in Mystery Booster 2 numbered 259. Mana cost {2}{U}. Color identity: U. Oracle of the Alpha (259) is a chase-tier Uncommon Creature — Bird Wizard in Mystery Booster 2. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes.
What is Oracle of the Alpha worth today?
Cactaur tracks a market reference near $162.97 for Oracle of the Alpha. Low and high spread runs $162.97 to null. This printing is from Mystery Booster 2. Collector number 259 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Uncommon.
| Set | Mystery Booster 2 |
|---|---|
| Number | 259 |
| Rarity | Uncommon |
| TCGPlayer USD | $162.97 |
| Cardmarket EUR | — |
| foil | $162.97 |
Card stats
| Colors | U |
|---|---|
| Power | 2 |
How collectible is Oracle of the Alpha?
Oracle of the Alpha is a Uncommon printing in Mystery Booster 2. Chase-tier slots combine scarcity, art, and format demand — prices move with reprint news and tournament results. This printing is from Mystery Booster 2. Collector number 259 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What are the key details for Oracle of the Alpha?
Oracle of the Alpha lists as Creature — Bird Wizard with keywords Scry, Flying, Conjure. Artist: Nino Vecia. Rules text is indexed in the catalog for search and deck research. This printing is from Mystery Booster 2. Collector number 259 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
Cactaur's take
Oracle of the Alpha (259) is a chase-tier Uncommon Creature — Bird Wizard in Mystery Booster 2. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes.
Pros
- Oracle of the Alpha is catalogued as Uncommon Creature — Bird Wizard in Mystery Booster 2, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a reference near $162.97.
- Mana cost {2}{U} and type line Creature — Bird Wizard 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 $162.97 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
What is Oracle of the Alpha from Mystery Booster 2?
Oracle of the Alpha is a Uncommon Creature — Bird Wizard from Mystery Booster 2 numbered 259 in Magic: The Gathering. Cactaur indexes set, rarity, mana cost, and market references for this printing.
How much is Oracle of the Alpha worth?
Cactaur's catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $162.97 for ungraded Oracle of the Alpha. Condition, finish, and recent sold comps can move realized prices above or below that benchmark.
What rarity is Oracle of the Alpha?
Oracle of the Alpha is catalogued as Uncommon in Mystery Booster 2. Use the collector number and set symbol on listings to confirm you are buying this exact printing.
Is Oracle of the Alpha legal in Commander or Standard?
Oracle of the Alpha shows format legality in historic, timeless, gladiator, brawl based on our latest ingest. Always verify the exact printing and ban-list updates before registering a deck for an event.
Why does Oracle of the Alpha trade at a premium?
Oracle of the Alpha 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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