Whim of Volrath
Whim of Volrath is a Rare Instant from Tempest (102) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost {U}. Color identity: U. Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $8.12 for ungraded copies.
Who is this card for?
Whim of Volrath suits collectors and players working on Tempest who need the Rare slot. Legal in legacy, vintage, commander, oathbreaker. Confirm the exact printing and language before buying for a deck list.
What is Whim of Volrath from Tempest?
Whim of Volrath is a Instant in Tempest numbered 102. Mana cost {U}. Color identity: U. Whim of Volrath (102) is a format-relevant Instant in Tempest with legality in legacy, vintage, commander, oathbreaker. Deck demand and reprint risk often explain price as much as rarity alone.
What is Whim of Volrath worth today?
Cactaur tracks a market reference near $8.12 for Whim of Volrath. Low and high spread runs $8.12 to null. Per-finish references: cardmarket: $5.63; Normal: $8.12. This printing is from Tempest. Collector number 102 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
| Set | Tempest |
|---|---|
| Number | 102 |
| Rarity | Rare |
| TCGPlayer USD | $8.12 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €5.63 |
| cardmarket | $5.63 |
| Normal | $8.12 |
Card stats
| Colors | U |
|---|
How collectible is Whim of Volrath?
Whim of Volrath is a Rare printing in Tempest. Commander demand can sustain prices even when Standard supply is deep. This printing is from Tempest. Collector number 102 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Rare. The set released in 1997.
What are the key details for Whim of Volrath?
Whim of Volrath lists as Instant with keywords Buyback. Artist: Anthony S. Waters. Rules text is indexed in the catalog for search and deck research. This printing is from Tempest. Collector number 102 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
Cactaur's take
Whim of Volrath (102) is a format-relevant Instant in Tempest with legality in legacy, vintage, commander, oathbreaker. Deck demand and reprint risk often explain price as much as rarity alone.
Pros
- Whim of Volrath is catalogued as Rare Instant in Tempest, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a reference near $8.12 across finishes (cardmarket: $5.63; Normal: $8.12).
- Mana cost {U} 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: Use $8.12 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
What is Whim of Volrath from Tempest?
Whim of Volrath is a Rare Instant from Tempest numbered 102 in Magic: The Gathering. Cactaur indexes set, rarity, mana cost, and market references for this printing.
How much is Whim of Volrath worth?
Cactaur's catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $8.12 for ungraded Whim of Volrath. Condition, finish, and recent sold comps can move realized prices above or below that benchmark.
What rarity is Whim of Volrath?
Whim of Volrath is catalogued as Rare in Tempest. Use the collector number and set symbol on listings to confirm you are buying this exact printing.
Is Whim of Volrath legal in Commander or Standard?
Whim of Volrath shows format legality in legacy, vintage, commander, oathbreaker based on our latest ingest. Always verify the exact printing and ban-list updates before registering a deck for an event.
Should I buy Whim of Volrath near mint or played?
Near-mint copies command the catalog reference near $8.12. Heavily played copies trade lower unless the card is a chase rare where any clean copy is scarce.
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