Tectonic Break
Tectonic Break is a Rare Sorcery from Mercadian Masques (216) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost {X}{R}{R}. Color identity: R. Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $33.27 for ungraded copies.
Who is this card for?
Tectonic Break suits collectors and players working on Mercadian Masques who need the Rare slot. Treat $33.27 as a starting reference only — verify finish, border treatment, and condition before paying premium singles prices.
What is Tectonic Break from Mercadian Masques?
Tectonic Break is a Sorcery in Mercadian Masques numbered 216. Mana cost {X}{R}{R}. Color identity: R. Tectonic Break (216) is a chase-tier Rare Sorcery in Mercadian Masques. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes. This printing is from Mercadian Masques.
What is Tectonic Break worth today?
Cactaur tracks a market reference near $33.27 for Tectonic Break. Low and high spread runs $33.27 to null. Per-finish references: cardmarket: $3.26; foil: $33.27; Normal: $9.27. This printing is from Mercadian Masques. Collector number 216 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
| Set | Mercadian Masques |
|---|---|
| Number | 216 |
| Rarity | Rare |
| TCGPlayer USD | $33.27 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €3.26 |
| cardmarket | $3.26 |
| foil | $33.27 |
| Normal | $9.27 |
Card stats
| Colors | R |
|---|
How collectible is Tectonic Break?
Tectonic Break is a Rare printing in Mercadian Masques. Chase-tier slots combine scarcity, art, and format demand — prices move with reprint news and tournament results. This printing is from Mercadian Masques. Collector number 216 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What are the key details for Tectonic Break?
Tectonic Break lists as Sorcery. Artist: Rebecca Guay. Rules text is indexed in the catalog for search and deck research. This printing is from Mercadian Masques. Collector number 216 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Rare. The set released in 1999.
Cactaur's take
Tectonic Break (216) is a chase-tier Rare Sorcery in Mercadian Masques. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes.
Pros
- Tectonic Break is catalogued as Rare Sorcery in Mercadian Masques, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a reference near $33.27 across finishes (cardmarket: $3.26; foil: $33.27; Normal: $9.27).
- Mana cost {X}{R}{R} 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: Use $33.27 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
What is Tectonic Break from Mercadian Masques?
Tectonic Break is a Rare Sorcery from Mercadian Masques numbered 216 in Magic: The Gathering. Cactaur indexes set, rarity, mana cost, and market references for this printing.
How much is Tectonic Break worth?
Cactaur's catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $33.27 for ungraded Tectonic Break. Condition, finish, and recent sold comps can move realized prices above or below that benchmark.
What rarity is Tectonic Break?
Tectonic Break is catalogued as Rare in Mercadian Masques. Use the collector number and set symbol on listings to confirm you are buying this exact printing.
Is Tectonic Break legal in Commander or Standard?
Tectonic Break 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 Tectonic Break trade at a premium?
Tectonic Break combines Rare 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 Mercadian Masques.
Related cards
- Afterlife — Mercadian Masques
- Cho-Arrim Legate — Mercadian Masques
- Saprazzan Legate — Mercadian Masques
- Saprazzan Outrigger — Mercadian Masques
- Saprazzan Raider — Mercadian Masques
- Shoving Match — Mercadian Masques