Reality Anchor
Reality Anchor is a Common Instant from Tempest (246) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost {1}{G}. Color identity: G. Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $0.13 for ungraded copies.
Who is this card for?
Reality Anchor suits collectors and players working on Tempest 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 Reality Anchor from Tempest?
Reality Anchor is a Instant in Tempest numbered 246. Mana cost {1}{G}. Color identity: G. Reality Anchor (246) from Tempest should be evaluated with set context, mana cost, color identity, and condition together. This printing is from Tempest. Collector number 246 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What is Reality Anchor worth today?
Cactaur tracks a market reference near $0.13 for Reality Anchor. Low and high spread runs $0.13 to null. Per-finish references: cardmarket: $0.04; Normal: $0.13. This printing is from Tempest. Collector number 246 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Common.
| Set | Tempest |
|---|---|
| Number | 246 |
| Rarity | Common |
| TCGPlayer USD | $0.13 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €0.04 |
| cardmarket | $0.04 |
| Normal | $0.13 |
Card stats
| Colors | G |
|---|
How collectible is Reality Anchor?
Reality Anchor is a Common printing in Tempest. Master set builders use collector number and set symbol to track completion progress. This printing is from Tempest. Collector number 246 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Common. The set released in 1997.
What are the key details for Reality Anchor?
Reality Anchor lists as Instant. Artist: Randy Gallegos. Rules text is indexed in the catalog for search and deck research. This printing is from Tempest. Collector number 246 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Common. The set released in 1997.
Cactaur's take
Reality Anchor (246) from Tempest should be evaluated with set context, mana cost, color identity, and condition together.
Pros
- Reality Anchor is catalogued as Common Instant in Tempest, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a reference near $0.13 across finishes (cardmarket: $0.04; Normal: $0.13).
- Mana cost {1}{G} 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 Reality Anchor from Tempest?
Reality Anchor is a Common Instant from Tempest numbered 246 in Magic: The Gathering. Cactaur indexes set, rarity, mana cost, and market references for this printing.
How much is Reality Anchor worth?
Cactaur's catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $0.13 for ungraded Reality Anchor. Condition, finish, and recent sold comps can move realized prices above or below that benchmark.
What rarity is Reality Anchor?
Reality Anchor is catalogued as Common in Tempest. Use the collector number and set symbol on listings to confirm you are buying this exact printing.
Is Reality Anchor legal in Commander or Standard?
Reality Anchor shows format legality in legacy, pauper, vintage, penny based on our latest ingest. Always verify the exact printing and ban-list updates before registering a deck for an event.
Should I buy Reality Anchor near mint or played?
Near-mint copies command the catalog reference near $0.13. Heavily played copies trade lower unless the card is a chase rare where any clean copy is scarce.
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