Sword of the Animist
Sword of the Animist is a Rare Legendary Artifact — Equipment from Secret Lair Drop (1642★) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost {2}. Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $30.78 for ungraded copies.
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Who is this card for?
Sword of the Animist suits collectors and players working on Secret Lair Drop who need the Rare slot. Treat $30.78 as a starting reference only — verify finish, border treatment, and condition before paying premium singles prices.
What is Sword of the Animist from Secret Lair Drop?
Sword of the Animist is a Legendary Artifact — Equipment in Secret Lair Drop numbered 1642★. Mana cost {2}. Sword of the Animist (1642★) is a chase-tier Rare Legendary Artifact — Equipment in Secret Lair Drop. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes.
What is Sword of the Animist worth today?
Cactaur tracks a market reference near $30.78 for Sword of the Animist. Low and high spread runs $30.78 to null. This printing is from Secret Lair Drop. Collector number 1642★ distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Rare.
| Set | Secret Lair Drop |
|---|---|
| Number | 1642★ |
| Rarity | Rare |
| TCGPlayer USD | $30.78 |
| Cardmarket EUR | — |
| foil | $30.78 |
How collectible is Sword of the Animist?
Sword of the Animist is a Rare printing in Secret Lair Drop. Chase-tier slots combine scarcity, art, and format demand — prices move with reprint news and tournament results. This printing is from Secret Lair Drop. Collector number 1642★ distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What are the key details for Sword of the Animist?
Sword of the Animist lists as Legendary Artifact — Equipment with keywords Equip. Artist: Rovina Cai. Rules text is indexed in the catalog for search and deck research. This printing is from Secret Lair Drop. Collector number 1642★ distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
Cactaur's take
Sword of the Animist (1642★) is a chase-tier Rare Legendary Artifact — Equipment in Secret Lair Drop. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes.
Pros
- Sword of the Animist is catalogued as Rare Legendary Artifact — Equipment in Secret Lair Drop, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a reference near $30.78.
- Mana cost {2} and type line Legendary Artifact — Equipment 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 $30.78 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
What is Sword of the Animist from Secret Lair Drop?
Sword of the Animist is a Rare Legendary Artifact — Equipment from Secret Lair Drop numbered 1642★ in Magic: The Gathering. Cactaur indexes set, rarity, mana cost, and market references for this printing.
How much is Sword of the Animist worth?
Cactaur's catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $30.78 for ungraded Sword of the Animist. Condition, finish, and recent sold comps can move realized prices above or below that benchmark.
What rarity is Sword of the Animist?
Sword of the Animist is catalogued as Rare in Secret Lair Drop. Use the collector number and set symbol on listings to confirm you are buying this exact printing.
Is Sword of the Animist legal in Commander or Standard?
Sword of the Animist shows format legality in pioneer, modern, legacy, vintage based on our latest ingest. Always verify the exact printing and ban-list updates before registering a deck for an event.
Why does Sword of the Animist trade at a premium?
Sword of the Animist combines Rare 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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