Seize the Initiative
Instant · Common
Seize the Initiative is currently worth about $0.10 for its most affordable printing, tracked daily across Scryfall, TCGplayer, and Card Kingdom.
Target creature gets +1/+1 and gains first strike until end of turn.
Format legality
Card facts
- Mana value
- 1
- Color identity
- W
- Type line
- Instant
- Rarity
- Common
- First printed
- 2010
- Artist
- Steve Argyle
Playability
#29338 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scars of Mirrodin | 20 | Common | $0.10 | $0.15 |
Price intelligence
Scars of Mirrodin #20 — every source we track. The spread between retailers is where the deals live.
All sources
| Source | foil | nonfoil | As of |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scryfall estimate | $0.15 | $0.10 | 2026-07-28 |
Price trend · 90 days
nonfoilfoil
$0.10 – $0.15 · Scryfall estimate
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Frequently asked
How much is Seize the Initiative worth?
Seize the Initiative is currently worth about $0.10 for its most affordable printing, based on live market estimates tracked daily on RareWell. Copies range from $0.10 to $0.15 across printings and finishes.
Which sets was Seize the Initiative printed in?
Seize the Initiative has been printed in 1 set, including Scars of Mirrodin.
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Is Seize the Initiative legal in Commander?
Yes — Seize the Initiative is legal in Commander (EDH).
Is Seize the Initiative legal in Modern?
Yes — Seize the Initiative is legal in Modern.
Is Seize the Initiative on the Reserved List?
No — Seize the Initiative is not on the Reserved List.
Printed in: Scars of Mirrodin
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