Desperate Research
Sorcery · Rare
Desperate Research is currently worth about $0.53 for its most affordable printing, tracked daily across Scryfall, TCGplayer, and Card Kingdom. 1 collector on RareWell holds 1 copy.
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Format legality
Card facts
- Mana value
- 2
- Color identity
- B
- Type line
- Sorcery
- Rarity
- Rare
- First printed
- 2000
- Artist
- Ron Spencer
Playability
#29406 most-played card on EDHREC — Niche pick
Popularity data from EDHREC
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Prices by printing
Latest tracked estimates. Updated daily.
| Set | No. | Rarity | Nonfoil | Foil |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Invasion | 100 | Rare | $0.53 | $5.93 |
Price intelligence
Invasion #100 — every source we track. The spread between retailers is where the deals live.
All sources
| Source | foil | nonfoil | As of |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scryfall estimate | $5.93 | $0.53 | 2026-07-28 |
Price trend · 90 days
nonfoilfoil
$0.53 – $5.93 · Scryfall estimate
Collectors with this card
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Frequently asked
How much is Desperate Research worth?
Desperate Research is currently worth about $0.53 for its most affordable printing, based on live market estimates tracked daily on RareWell. Copies range from $0.53 to $5.93 across printings and finishes.
Which sets was Desperate Research printed in?
Desperate Research has been printed in 1 set, including Invasion.
Can I buy Desperate Research on RareWell?
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Is Desperate Research legal in Commander?
Yes — Desperate Research is legal in Commander (EDH).
Is Desperate Research legal in Modern?
Desperate Research is not currently legal in Modern.
Is Desperate Research on the Reserved List?
No — Desperate Research is not on the Reserved List.
Printed in: Invasion
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