Defend the Rider
Instant · Uncommon
Defend the Rider is currently worth about $0.76 for its most affordable printing, tracked daily across Scryfall, TCGplayer, and Card Kingdom. 1 collector on RareWell holds 2 copies.
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Format legality
Card facts
- Mana value
- 1
- Color identity
- G
- Type line
- Instant
- Rarity
- Uncommon
- First printed
- 2025
- Artist
- Raph Lomotan
Playability
#3643 most-played card on EDHREC — Commonly played
Popularity data from EDHREC
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Prices by printing
Latest tracked estimates. Updated daily.
| Set | No. | Rarity | Nonfoil | Foil |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aetherdrift | 157 | Uncommon | $0.76 | $3.35 |
Price intelligence
Aetherdrift #157 — every source we track. The spread between retailers is where the deals live.
All sources
| Source | foil | nonfoil | As of |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scryfall estimate | $3.35 | $0.76 | 2026-07-28 |
Price trend · 90 days
nonfoilfoil
$0.56 – $3.35 · Scryfall estimate
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Frequently asked
How much is Defend the Rider worth?
Defend the Rider is currently worth about $0.76 for its most affordable printing, based on live market estimates tracked daily on RareWell. Copies range from $0.76 to $3.35 across printings and finishes.
Which sets was Defend the Rider printed in?
Defend the Rider has been printed in 1 set, including Aetherdrift.
Can I buy Defend the Rider on RareWell?
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Is Defend the Rider legal in Commander?
Yes — Defend the Rider is legal in Commander (EDH).
Is Defend the Rider legal in Modern?
Yes — Defend the Rider is legal in Modern.
Is Defend the Rider on the Reserved List?
No — Defend the Rider is not on the Reserved List.
Printed in: Aetherdrift
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