Skeletal Scrying
Odyssey · #161

Skeletal Scrying

Skeletal Scrying is a Uncommon Instant from Odyssey (161) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost {X}{B}. Color identity: B. Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $27.49 for ungraded copies.

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TCGPlayer market $27.49
Cardmarket trend €5.24
Rarity Uncommon
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Who is this card for?

Skeletal Scrying suits collectors and players working on Odyssey who need the Uncommon slot. Treat $27.49 as a starting reference only — verify finish, border treatment, and condition before paying premium singles prices.

What is Skeletal Scrying from Odyssey?

Skeletal Scrying is a Instant in Odyssey numbered 161. Mana cost {X}{B}. Color identity: B. Skeletal Scrying (161) is a chase-tier Uncommon Instant in Odyssey. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes. This printing is from Odyssey.

What is Skeletal Scrying worth today?

Cactaur tracks a market reference near $27.49 for Skeletal Scrying. Low and high spread runs $27.49 to null. Per-finish references: cardmarket: $5.24; foil: $27.49; Normal: $3.92. This printing is from Odyssey. Collector number 161 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.

SetOdyssey
Number161
RarityUncommon
TCGPlayer USD$27.49
Cardmarket EUR€5.24
cardmarket $5.24
foil $27.49
Normal $3.92

Card stats

ColorsB

How collectible is Skeletal Scrying?

Skeletal Scrying is a Uncommon printing in Odyssey. Chase-tier slots combine scarcity, art, and format demand — prices move with reprint news and tournament results. This printing is from Odyssey. Collector number 161 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.

What are the key details for Skeletal Scrying?

Skeletal Scrying lists as Instant. Artist: Bob Petillo. Rules text is indexed in the catalog for search and deck research. This printing is from Odyssey. Collector number 161 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Uncommon. The set released in 2001.

Cactaur's take

Skeletal Scrying (161) is a chase-tier Uncommon Instant in Odyssey. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes.

Pros

  • Skeletal Scrying is catalogued as Uncommon Instant in Odyssey, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
  • Public market data shows a reference near $27.49 across finishes (cardmarket: $5.24; foil: $27.49; Normal: $3.92).
  • Mana cost {X}{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 $27.49 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.

FAQ

What is Skeletal Scrying from Odyssey?

Skeletal Scrying is a Uncommon Instant from Odyssey numbered 161 in Magic: The Gathering. Cactaur indexes set, rarity, mana cost, and market references for this printing.

How much is Skeletal Scrying worth?

Cactaur's catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $27.49 for ungraded Skeletal Scrying. Condition, finish, and recent sold comps can move realized prices above or below that benchmark.

What rarity is Skeletal Scrying?

Skeletal Scrying is catalogued as Uncommon in Odyssey. Use the collector number and set symbol on listings to confirm you are buying this exact printing.

Is Skeletal Scrying legal in Commander or Standard?

Skeletal Scrying 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 Skeletal Scrying trade at a premium?

Skeletal Scrying 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 Odyssey.

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Catalog snapshot: 2026-06-23. Last updated: 2026-06-23.