Trap Essence
Instant · Rare
Trap Essence is currently worth about $0.22 for its most affordable printing, tracked daily across Scryfall, TCGplayer, and Card Kingdom.
Counter target creature spell. Put two +1/+1 counters on up to one target creature.
Format legality
Card facts
- Mana value
- 3
- Color identity
- G · R · U
- Type line
- Instant
- Rarity
- Rare
- First printed
- 2014
- Artist
- Raymond Swanland
Playability
#15492 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Khans of Tarkir Promos | 209s | Rare | — | $1.07 |
| Khans of Tarkir | 209 | Rare | $0.22 | $0.49 |
Price intelligence
Khans of Tarkir Promos #209s — every source we track. The spread between retailers is where the deals live.
All sources
| Source | foil | As of |
|---|---|---|
| Scryfall estimate | $1.07 | 2026-07-28 |
Price trend · 90 days
foil
$1.07 – $1.07 · Scryfall estimate
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Frequently asked
How much is Trap Essence worth?
Trap Essence is currently worth about $0.22 for its most affordable printing, based on live market estimates tracked daily on RareWell. Copies range from $0.22 to $1.07 across printings and finishes.
Which sets was Trap Essence printed in?
Trap Essence has been printed in 2 sets, including Khans of Tarkir, Khans of Tarkir Promos.
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Is Trap Essence legal in Commander?
Yes — Trap Essence is legal in Commander (EDH).
Is Trap Essence legal in Modern?
Yes — Trap Essence is legal in Modern.
Is Trap Essence on the Reserved List?
No — Trap Essence is not on the Reserved List.
Printed in: Khans of Tarkir · Khans of Tarkir Promos
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