Stroke of Genius
Stroke of Genius is a Rare Instant from The List (USG-100) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost {X}{2}{U}. Color identity: U. Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $1.05 for ungraded copies.
Who is this card for?
Stroke of Genius suits collectors and players working on The List who need the Rare slot. Legal in legacy, vintage, commander, oathbreaker. Confirm the exact printing and language before buying for a deck list.
What is Stroke of Genius from The List?
Stroke of Genius is a Instant in The List numbered USG-100. Mana cost {X}{2}{U}. Color identity: U. Stroke of Genius (USG-100) is a format-relevant Instant in The List with legality in legacy, vintage, commander, oathbreaker. Deck demand and reprint risk often explain price as much as rarity alone.
What is Stroke of Genius worth today?
Cactaur tracks a market reference near $1.05 for Stroke of Genius. Low and high spread runs $1.05 to null. This printing is from The List. Collector number USG-100 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Rare. The set released in 2023.
| Set | The List |
|---|---|
| Number | USG-100 |
| Rarity | Rare |
| TCGPlayer USD | $1.05 |
| Cardmarket EUR | — |
| Normal | $1.05 |
Card stats
| Colors | U |
|---|
How collectible is Stroke of Genius?
Stroke of Genius is a Rare printing in The List. Commander demand can sustain prices even when Standard supply is deep. This printing is from The List. Collector number USG-100 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Rare.
What are the key details for Stroke of Genius?
Stroke of Genius lists as Instant. Artist: Stephen Daniele. Rules text is indexed in the catalog for search and deck research. This printing is from The List. Collector number USG-100 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Rare.
Cactaur's take
Stroke of Genius (USG-100) is a format-relevant Instant in The List with legality in legacy, vintage, commander, oathbreaker. Deck demand and reprint risk often explain price as much as rarity alone.
Pros
- Stroke of Genius is catalogued as Rare Instant in The List, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a reference near $1.05.
- Mana cost {X}{2}{U} 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 $1.05 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
What is Stroke of Genius from The List?
Stroke of Genius is a Rare Instant from The List numbered USG-100 in Magic: The Gathering. Cactaur indexes set, rarity, mana cost, and market references for this printing.
How much is Stroke of Genius worth?
Cactaur's catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $1.05 for ungraded Stroke of Genius. Condition, finish, and recent sold comps can move realized prices above or below that benchmark.
What rarity is Stroke of Genius?
Stroke of Genius is catalogued as Rare in The List. Use the collector number and set symbol on listings to confirm you are buying this exact printing.
Is Stroke of Genius legal in Commander or Standard?
Stroke of Genius 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.
Should I buy Stroke of Genius near mint or played?
Near-mint copies command the catalog reference near $1.05. Heavily played copies trade lower unless the card is a chase rare where any clean copy is scarce.
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