Desperate Measures
Magic: The Gathering | Tarkir: Dragonstorm - Singles
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| Rarity | U |
| Number | 78 |
| Printed in | Magic: The Gathering | Tarkir: Dragonstorm |
| Available | 90 items |
| From | $0.29 |
| Type | Instant |
| Seller | Condition | Card price | Stock | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
NM | $0.29 | 56 | ||
NM | $0.32 | 11 | ||
NMFoil | $0.50 | 1 | ||
NM | $0.41 | 20 | Unavailable | |
NMFoil | $0.41 | 1 | Unavailable | |
NM | $0.65 | 1 | Unavailable |
About Desperate Measures
Desperate Measures from Tarkir: Dragonstorm is currently available from around $0.23. This panel brings together mana value, rules text, format signals, and set details in one place.
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BlackCard Text
Target creature gets +1/-1 until end of turn. When it dies under your control this turn, draw two cards.
Flavor Text
"Sing for us when we depart for battle, and sing for us if we fail to return." —Mardu parting
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is Desperate Measures worth?
Desperate Measures is currently shown on Card Synced from about $0.23 for Tarkir: Dragonstorm. 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 Desperate Measures legal in Commander?
Desperate Measures is legal in Commander. It is also legal in Modern, legal in Pioneer.
Is Desperate Measures 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 Measures on the Reserved List?
No. Desperate Measures is not on the Reserved List. That can affect long-term scarcity and collector demand.
What is Desperate Measures in-game text?
In game, Desperate Measures is a Instant with text that starts: "Target creature gets +1/-1 until end of turn. When it dies under your control this turn, draw two cards.".
How popular is Desperate Measures in Commander decks?
Desperate Measures ranks #11,741 on EDHREC for Commander inclusion, which is a proxy for market demand and practical deck usage.
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