Illusionist's Gambit
Illusionist's Gambit is a Rare Instant from Wilds of Eldraine Commander (97) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost {2}{U}{U}. Color identity: U. Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $0.36 for ungraded copies.
Who is this card for?
Illusionist's Gambit suits collectors and players working on Wilds of Eldraine Commander who need the Rare slot. Legal in legacy, vintage, penny, commander. Confirm the exact printing and language before buying for a deck list.
What is Illusionist's Gambit from Wilds of Eldraine Commander?
Illusionist's Gambit is a Instant in Wilds of Eldraine Commander numbered 97. Mana cost {2}{U}{U}. Color identity: U. Illusionist's Gambit (97) is a format-relevant Instant in Wilds of Eldraine Commander with legality in legacy, vintage, penny, commander. Deck demand and reprint risk often explain price as much as rarity alone.
What is Illusionist's Gambit worth today?
Cactaur tracks a market reference near $0.36 for Illusionist's Gambit. Low and high spread runs $0.36 to null. Per-finish references: cardmarket: $0.39; Normal: $0.36. This printing is from Wilds of Eldraine Commander. Collector number 97 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
| Set | Wilds of Eldraine Commander |
|---|---|
| Number | 97 |
| Rarity | Rare |
| TCGPlayer USD | $0.36 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €0.39 |
| cardmarket | $0.39 |
| Normal | $0.36 |
Card stats
| Colors | U |
|---|
How collectible is Illusionist's Gambit?
Illusionist's Gambit is a Rare printing in Wilds of Eldraine Commander. Commander demand can sustain prices even when Standard supply is deep. This printing is from Wilds of Eldraine Commander. Collector number 97 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What are the key details for Illusionist's Gambit?
Illusionist's Gambit lists as Instant. Artist: Zoltan Boros. Rules text is indexed in the catalog for search and deck research. This printing is from Wilds of Eldraine Commander. Collector number 97 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Rare.
Cactaur's take
Illusionist's Gambit (97) is a format-relevant Instant in Wilds of Eldraine Commander with legality in legacy, vintage, penny, commander. Deck demand and reprint risk often explain price as much as rarity alone.
Pros
- Illusionist's Gambit is catalogued as Rare Instant in Wilds of Eldraine Commander, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a reference near $0.36 across finishes (cardmarket: $0.39; Normal: $0.36).
- Mana cost {2}{U}{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 $0.36 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
What is Illusionist's Gambit from Wilds of Eldraine Commander?
Illusionist's Gambit is a Rare Instant from Wilds of Eldraine Commander numbered 97 in Magic: The Gathering. Cactaur indexes set, rarity, mana cost, and market references for this printing.
How much is Illusionist's Gambit worth?
Cactaur's catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $0.36 for ungraded Illusionist's Gambit. Condition, finish, and recent sold comps can move realized prices above or below that benchmark.
What rarity is Illusionist's Gambit?
Illusionist's Gambit is catalogued as Rare in Wilds of Eldraine Commander. Use the collector number and set symbol on listings to confirm you are buying this exact printing.
Is Illusionist's Gambit legal in Commander or Standard?
Illusionist's Gambit shows format legality in legacy, vintage, penny, commander based on our latest ingest. Always verify the exact printing and ban-list updates before registering a deck for an event.
Should I buy Illusionist's Gambit near mint or played?
Near-mint copies command the catalog reference near $0.36. Heavily played copies trade lower unless the card is a chase rare where any clean copy is scarce.
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