Ashnod
Ashnod is a Rare Vanguard from Vanguard Series (401) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost 0 CMC. Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $14.50 for ungraded copies.
Who is this card for?
Ashnod suits collectors and players working on Vanguard Series who need the Rare slot. Compare listing photos to your target finish and confirm the Scryfall collector number before buying online.
What is Ashnod from Vanguard Series?
Ashnod is a Vanguard in Vanguard Series numbered 401. Mana cost 0 CMC. Ashnod (401) from Vanguard Series should be evaluated with set context, mana cost, color identity, and condition together. This printing is from Vanguard Series. Collector number 401 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What is Ashnod worth today?
Cactaur tracks a market reference near $14.50 for Ashnod. Low and high spread runs $14.50 to null. Per-finish references: cardmarket: $14.34; Normal: $14.50. This printing is from Vanguard Series. Collector number 401 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Rare.
| Set | Vanguard Series |
|---|---|
| Number | 401 |
| Rarity | Rare |
| TCGPlayer USD | $14.50 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €14.34 |
| cardmarket | $14.34 |
| Normal | $14.50 |
How collectible is Ashnod?
Ashnod is a Rare printing in Vanguard Series. Master set builders use collector number and set symbol to track completion progress. This printing is from Vanguard Series. Collector number 401 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Rare.
What are the key details for Ashnod?
Ashnod lists as Vanguard. Artist: Ron Spencer. Rules text is indexed in the catalog for search and deck research. This printing is from Vanguard Series. Collector number 401 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Rare. The set released in 1997.
Cactaur's take
Ashnod (401) from Vanguard Series should be evaluated with set context, mana cost, color identity, and condition together.
Pros
- Ashnod is catalogued as Rare Vanguard in Vanguard Series, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a reference near $14.50 across finishes (cardmarket: $14.34; Normal: $14.50).
- Mana cost 0 CMC and type line Vanguard 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 $14.50 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
What is Ashnod from Vanguard Series?
Ashnod is a Rare Vanguard from Vanguard Series numbered 401 in Magic: The Gathering. Cactaur indexes set, rarity, mana cost, and market references for this printing.
How much is Ashnod worth?
Cactaur's catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $14.50 for ungraded Ashnod. Condition, finish, and recent sold comps can move realized prices above or below that benchmark.
What rarity is Ashnod?
Ashnod is catalogued as Rare in Vanguard Series. Use the collector number and set symbol on listings to confirm you are buying this exact printing.
How do I verify the correct Ashnod printing?
Match set code pvan, collector number 401, and finish treatment. Scryfall-backed metadata on this page is the reference Cactaur uses for catalog keys. This printing is from Vanguard Series.
Should I buy Ashnod near mint or played?
Near-mint copies command the catalog reference near $14.50. Heavily played copies trade lower unless the card is a chase rare where any clean copy is scarce.