Desperate Stand
Magic: The Gathering | Journey Into Nyx - Singles
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| Rarity | U |
| Number | 147 |
| Printed in | Magic: The Gathering | Journey Into Nyx |
| Available | 58 items |
| From | $0.13 |
| Type | Sorcery |
Format Legality
| Seller | Condition | Card price | Stock | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
NM | $0.13 | 12 | ||
NM | $0.50 | 15 | ||
LPFoil | $0.50 | 1 | ||
NMFoil | $0.99 | 2 | ||
LP | $0.26 | 15 | Unavailable | |
NM | $0.41 | 12 | Unavailable | |
LP | $0.41 | 1 | Unavailable |
About Desperate Stand
Desperate Stand from Journey Into Nyx is currently available from around $0.10. This panel brings together mana value, rules text, format signals, and set details in one place.
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Strive — This spell costs more to cast for each target beyond the first.
Any number of target creatures each get +2/+0 and gain first strike and vigilance until end of turn.
Flavor Text
At the Akroan gates, hoplites revived the tactics of Kytheon Iora's infamous irregulars.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is Desperate Stand worth?
Desperate Stand is currently shown on Card Synced from about $0.10 for Journey Into Nyx. This is a live floor on active listings. For MTG singles, foil status and rarity generally have the biggest impact on spread.
Desperate Stand currently shows mostly this printing in this view, which can help when comparing direct availability and condition.
Is Desperate Stand legal in Commander?
Desperate Stand is legal in Commander. It is also legal in Modern, legal in Pioneer.
Is Desperate Stand legal in Modern, Pioneer, or Vintage?
This card can differ across formats. Card Synced shows a live legality snapshot from Oracle and updates it as rulings change. Use the legality table above to confirm full format details before buying.
Is Desperate Stand on the Reserved List?
No. Desperate Stand is not on the Reserved List. That can affect long-term scarcity and collector demand.
What is Desperate Stand in-game text?
In game, Desperate Stand is a Sorcery with text that starts: "Strive — This spell costs {R}{W} more to cast for each target beyond the first.".
How popular is Desperate Stand in Commander decks?
Desperate Stand ranks #25,501 on EDHREC for Commander inclusion, which is a proxy for market demand and practical deck usage.
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