Brilliant Ultimatum
Magic: The Gathering | Shards of Alara - Singles
| Rarity | R |
| Number | 159 |
| Printed in | Magic: The Gathering | Shards of Alara |
| Available | 4 items |
| From | £1.02 |
| Type | Sorcery |
Format Legality
| Seller | Product Information | Price | Qty | Offer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
MP | £1.02 | 2 | Doesn't ship to your country | |
NM | £1.44 | 1 | Doesn't ship to your country | |
NMFoil | £5.50 | 1 | Doesn't ship to your country |
About Brilliant Ultimatum
Brilliant Ultimatum from Shards of Alara is currently available from around £1.03. This panel brings together mana value, rules text, format signals, and set details in one place.
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Exile the top five cards of your library. An opponent separates those cards into two piles. You may play lands and cast spells from one of those piles. If you cast a spell this way, you cast it without paying its mana cost.
Flavor Text
Revealing the truth only deepened Tezzeret's curiosity for the secrets still buried.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is Brilliant Ultimatum worth?
Brilliant Ultimatum is currently shown on Card Synced from about £1.03 for Shards of Alara. This is a live floor on active listings. For MTG singles, foil status and rarity generally have the biggest impact on spread.
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Is Brilliant Ultimatum legal in Commander?
Brilliant Ultimatum is legal in Commander. It is also legal in Modern.
Is Brilliant Ultimatum 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 Brilliant Ultimatum on the Reserved List?
No. Brilliant Ultimatum is not on the Reserved List. That can affect long-term scarcity and collector demand.
What is Brilliant Ultimatum in-game text?
In game, Brilliant Ultimatum is a Sorcery with text that starts: "Exile the top five cards of your library. An opponent separates those cards into two piles. You may play lands and cast spells from one of those piles. If you cast a spell this way, you cast it without paying its mana cost.".
How popular is Brilliant Ultimatum in Commander decks?
Brilliant Ultimatum ranks #11,060 on EDHREC for Commander inclusion, which is a proxy for market demand and practical deck usage.
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