Helm of the Ghastlord
Helm of the Ghastlord is a Common Enchantment — Aura from Shadowmoor (166) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost {3}{U/B}. Color identity: B, U. Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $91.21 for ungraded copies.
Who is this card for?
Helm of the Ghastlord suits collectors and players working on Shadowmoor who need the Common slot. Treat $91.21 as a starting reference only — verify finish, border treatment, and condition before paying premium singles prices.
What is Helm of the Ghastlord from Shadowmoor?
Helm of the Ghastlord is a Enchantment — Aura in Shadowmoor numbered 166. Mana cost {3}{U/B}. Color identity: B, U. Helm of the Ghastlord (166) is a chase-tier Common Enchantment — Aura in Shadowmoor. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes.
What is Helm of the Ghastlord worth today?
Cactaur tracks a market reference near $91.21 for Helm of the Ghastlord. Low and high spread runs $91.21 to null. Per-finish references: cardmarket: $4.37; foil: $91.21; Normal: $7.04. This printing is from Shadowmoor. Collector number 166 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
| Set | Shadowmoor |
|---|---|
| Number | 166 |
| Rarity | Common |
| TCGPlayer USD | $91.21 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €4.37 |
| cardmarket | $4.37 |
| foil | $91.21 |
| Normal | $7.04 |
Card stats
| Colors | B, U |
|---|
How collectible is Helm of the Ghastlord?
Helm of the Ghastlord is a Common printing in Shadowmoor. Chase-tier slots combine scarcity, art, and format demand — prices move with reprint news and tournament results. This printing is from Shadowmoor. Collector number 166 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What are the key details for Helm of the Ghastlord?
Helm of the Ghastlord lists as Enchantment — Aura with keywords Enchant. Artist: Franz Vohwinkel. Rules text is indexed in the catalog for search and deck research. This printing is from Shadowmoor. Collector number 166 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
Cactaur's take
Helm of the Ghastlord (166) is a chase-tier Common Enchantment — Aura in Shadowmoor. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes.
Pros
- Helm of the Ghastlord is catalogued as Common Enchantment — Aura in Shadowmoor, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a reference near $91.21 across finishes (cardmarket: $4.37; foil: $91.21; Normal: $7.04).
- Mana cost {3}{U/B} and type line Enchantment — Aura 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 $91.21 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
What is Helm of the Ghastlord from Shadowmoor?
Helm of the Ghastlord is a Common Enchantment — Aura from Shadowmoor numbered 166 in Magic: The Gathering. Cactaur indexes set, rarity, mana cost, and market references for this printing.
How much is Helm of the Ghastlord worth?
Cactaur's catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $91.21 for ungraded Helm of the Ghastlord. Condition, finish, and recent sold comps can move realized prices above or below that benchmark.
What rarity is Helm of the Ghastlord?
Helm of the Ghastlord is catalogued as Common in Shadowmoor. Use the collector number and set symbol on listings to confirm you are buying this exact printing.
Is Helm of the Ghastlord legal in Commander or Standard?
Helm of the Ghastlord shows format legality in modern, legacy, pauper, vintage based on our latest ingest. Always verify the exact printing and ban-list updates before registering a deck for an event.
Why does Helm of the Ghastlord trade at a premium?
Helm of the Ghastlord combines Common scarcity with art, finish, and format demand. Chase slots often move on reprint rumors, tournament results, and condition-sensitive buyer interest.
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