Essence Backlash
Essence Backlash is a Common Instant from Return to Ravnica (160) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost {2}{U}{R}. Color identity: R, U. Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $0.22 for ungraded copies.
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Who is this card for?
Essence Backlash suits collectors and players working on Return to Ravnica who need the Common slot. This is typically a low-cost slot for master sets; avoid overpaying unless you need a specific finish or near-mint condition.
What is Essence Backlash from Return to Ravnica?
Essence Backlash is a Instant in Return to Ravnica numbered 160. Mana cost {2}{U}{R}. Color identity: R, U. Essence Backlash (160) from Return to Ravnica should be evaluated with set context, mana cost, color identity, and condition together. This printing is from Return to Ravnica.
What is Essence Backlash worth today?
Cactaur tracks a market reference near $0.22 for Essence Backlash. Low and high spread runs $0.22 to null. Per-finish references: cardmarket: $0.09; foil: $0.22; Normal: $0.09. This printing is from Return to Ravnica. Collector number 160 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
| Set | Return to Ravnica |
|---|---|
| Number | 160 |
| Rarity | Common |
| TCGPlayer USD | $0.22 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €0.09 |
| cardmarket | $0.09 |
| foil | $0.22 |
| Normal | $0.09 |
Card stats
| Colors | R, U |
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How collectible is Essence Backlash?
Essence Backlash is a Common printing in Return to Ravnica. Master set builders use collector number and set symbol to track completion progress. This printing is from Return to Ravnica. Collector number 160 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What are the key details for Essence Backlash?
Essence Backlash lists as Instant. Artist: Jung Park. Rules text is indexed in the catalog for search and deck research. This printing is from Return to Ravnica. Collector number 160 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Common.
Cactaur's take
Essence Backlash (160) from Return to Ravnica should be evaluated with set context, mana cost, color identity, and condition together.
Pros
- Essence Backlash is catalogued as Common Instant in Return to Ravnica, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a reference near $0.22 across finishes (cardmarket: $0.09; foil: $0.22; Normal: $0.09).
- Mana cost {2}{U}{R} 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: Treat this as a low-stakes master-set slot unless you are paying for gem condition or a specific finish.
FAQ
What is Essence Backlash from Return to Ravnica?
Essence Backlash is a Common Instant from Return to Ravnica numbered 160 in Magic: The Gathering. Cactaur indexes set, rarity, mana cost, and market references for this printing.
How much is Essence Backlash worth?
Cactaur's catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $0.22 for ungraded Essence Backlash. Condition, finish, and recent sold comps can move realized prices above or below that benchmark.
What rarity is Essence Backlash?
Essence Backlash is catalogued as Common in Return to Ravnica. Use the collector number and set symbol on listings to confirm you are buying this exact printing.
Is Essence Backlash legal in Commander or Standard?
Essence Backlash shows format legality in pioneer, modern, legacy, pauper based on our latest ingest. Always verify the exact printing and ban-list updates before registering a deck for an event.
Should I buy Essence Backlash near mint or played?
Near-mint copies command the catalog reference near $0.22. Heavily played copies trade lower unless the card is a chase rare where any clean copy is scarce.
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