Abrupt Decay
Instant · Rare
Abrupt Decay is currently worth about $0.94 for its most affordable printing, tracked daily across Scryfall, TCGplayer, and Card Kingdom. 1 collector on RareWell holds 5 copies.
This spell can't be countered. Destroy target nonland permanent with mana value 3 or less.
Format legality
Card facts
- Mana value
- 2
- Color identity
- B · G
- Type line
- Instant
- Rarity
- Rare
- First printed
- 2018
- Artist
- Svetlin Velinov
Playability
#710 most-played card on EDHREC — Widely played
Popularity data from EDHREC
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Prices by printing
Latest tracked estimates. Updated daily.
| Set | No. | Rarity | Nonfoil | Foil |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| World Magic Cup Qualifiers | 2016 | Rare | — | $24.43 |
| Secret Lair Drop | 2468 | Rare | $12.58 | $31.90 |
| The List | GK1-57 | Rare | $3.04 | — |
| Time Spiral Remastered | 370 | Special | $2.68 | $60.51 |
| Modern Masters 2017 | 146 | Rare | $2.68 | $8.42 |
| Breaking News | 34 | Rare | $1.87 | $3.19 |
| Return to Ravnica | 141 | Rare | $1.80 | $10.92 |
| GRN Guild Kit | 57 | Rare | $1.77 | — |
| Mystery Booster 2 | 78 | Rare | $0.94 | — |
| Magic Online Promos | 59681 | Rare | — | — |
Price intelligence
World Magic Cup Qualifiers #2016 — every source we track. The spread between retailers is where the deals live.
All sources
| Source | foil | As of |
|---|---|---|
| Scryfall estimate | $24.43 | 2026-07-28 |
Price trend · 90 days
foil
$24.05 – $24.43 · Scryfall estimate
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Frequently asked
How much is Abrupt Decay worth?
Abrupt Decay is currently worth about $0.94 for its most affordable printing, based on live market estimates tracked daily on RareWell. Copies range from $0.94 to $60.51 across printings and finishes.
Which sets was Abrupt Decay printed in?
Abrupt Decay has been printed in 10 sets, including GRN Guild Kit, World Magic Cup Qualifiers, Return to Ravnica, Time Spiral Remastered, The List, Mystery Booster 2, and more.
Can I buy Abrupt Decay on RareWell?
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Is Abrupt Decay legal in Commander?
Yes — Abrupt Decay is legal in Commander (EDH).
Is Abrupt Decay legal in Modern?
Yes — Abrupt Decay is legal in Modern.
Is Abrupt Decay on the Reserved List?
No — Abrupt Decay is not on the Reserved List.
Printed in: GRN Guild Kit · World Magic Cup Qualifiers · Return to Ravnica · Time Spiral Remastered · The List · Mystery Booster 2 · Magic Online Promos · Breaking News · Secret Lair Drop · Modern Masters 2017
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