Astarion, the Decadent
Astarion, the Decadent is a Rare Legendary Creature — Vampire Elf Rogue from Secret Lair Drop (1797) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost {4}{W}{B}. Color identity: B, W. Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $42.14 for ungraded copies.
Who is this card for?
Astarion, the Decadent suits collectors and players working on Secret Lair Drop who need the Rare slot. Treat $42.14 as a starting reference only — verify finish, border treatment, and condition before paying premium singles prices.
What is Astarion, the Decadent from Secret Lair Drop?
Astarion, the Decadent is a Legendary Creature — Vampire Elf Rogue in Secret Lair Drop numbered 1797. Mana cost {4}{W}{B}. Color identity: B, W. Astarion, the Decadent (1797) is a chase-tier Rare Legendary Creature — Vampire Elf Rogue in Secret Lair Drop. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes.
What is Astarion, the Decadent worth today?
Cactaur tracks a market reference near $42.14 for Astarion, the Decadent. Low and high spread runs $42.14 to null. Per-finish references: cardmarket: $40.01; Normal: $42.14. This printing is from Secret Lair Drop. Collector number 1797 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
| Set | Secret Lair Drop |
|---|---|
| Number | 1797 |
| Rarity | Rare |
| TCGPlayer USD | $42.14 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €40.01 |
| cardmarket | $40.01 |
| Normal | $42.14 |
Card stats
| Colors | B, W |
|---|---|
| Power | 4 |
How collectible is Astarion, the Decadent?
Astarion, the Decadent 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 1797 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What are the key details for Astarion, the Decadent?
Astarion, the Decadent lists as Legendary Creature — Vampire Elf Rogue with keywords Lifelink, Feed, Friends, Deathtouch. Artist: Nereida. Rules text is indexed in the catalog for search and deck research. This printing is from Secret Lair Drop. Collector number 1797 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
Cactaur's take
Astarion, the Decadent (1797) is a chase-tier Rare Legendary Creature — Vampire Elf Rogue in Secret Lair Drop. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes.
Pros
- Astarion, the Decadent is catalogued as Rare Legendary Creature — Vampire Elf Rogue in Secret Lair Drop, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a reference near $42.14 across finishes (cardmarket: $40.01; Normal: $42.14).
- Mana cost {4}{W}{B} and type line Legendary Creature — Vampire Elf Rogue 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 $42.14 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
What is Astarion, the Decadent from Secret Lair Drop?
Astarion, the Decadent is a Rare Legendary Creature — Vampire Elf Rogue from Secret Lair Drop numbered 1797 in Magic: The Gathering. Cactaur indexes set, rarity, mana cost, and market references for this printing.
How much is Astarion, the Decadent worth?
Cactaur's catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $42.14 for ungraded Astarion, the Decadent. Condition, finish, and recent sold comps can move realized prices above or below that benchmark.
What rarity is Astarion, the Decadent?
Astarion, the Decadent 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 Astarion, the Decadent legal in Commander or Standard?
Astarion, the Decadent shows format legality in historic, timeless, gladiator, legacy based on our latest ingest. Always verify the exact printing and ban-list updates before registering a deck for an event.
Why does Astarion, the Decadent trade at a premium?
Astarion, the Decadent 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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