Despotic Scepter
Artifact · Rare
Despotic Scepter is currently worth about $4.68 for its most affordable printing, tracked daily across Scryfall, TCGplayer, and Card Kingdom.
T: Destroy target permanent you own. It can't be regenerated.
Format legality
Card facts
- Mana value
- 1
- Type line
- Artifact
- Rarity
- Rare
- First printed
- 2008
- Artist
- Richard Thomas
Playability
#12173 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ice Age | 316 | Rare | $4.68 | — |
| Masters Edition II | 206 | Rare | — | — |
Price intelligence
Ice Age #316 — every source we track. The spread between retailers is where the deals live.
All sources
| Source | nonfoil | As of |
|---|---|---|
| Scryfall estimate | $4.68 | 2026-07-28 |
Price trend · 90 days
nonfoil
$4.68 – $4.74 · Scryfall estimate
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Frequently asked
How much is Despotic Scepter worth?
Despotic Scepter is currently worth about $4.68 for its most affordable printing, based on live market estimates tracked daily on RareWell.
Which sets was Despotic Scepter printed in?
Despotic Scepter has been printed in 2 sets, including Masters Edition II, Ice Age.
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Is Despotic Scepter legal in Commander?
Yes — Despotic Scepter is legal in Commander (EDH).
Is Despotic Scepter legal in Modern?
Despotic Scepter is not currently legal in Modern.
Is Despotic Scepter on the Reserved List?
No — Despotic Scepter is not on the Reserved List.
Printed in: Masters Edition II · Ice Age
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