Grim Contest
Magic: The Gathering | The List Reprints - Singles
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| Rarity | C |
| Number | 153 |
| Printed in | Magic: The Gathering | The List Reprints |
| Other Versions | |
| Available | 5 items |
| From | $0.20 |
| Type | Instant |
| Seller | Condition | Card price | Stock | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
MP | $0.20 | 1 | ||
NM | $0.32 | 1 | ||
NM | $0.50 | 3 |
About Grim Contest
Grim Contest from The List Reprints is currently available from around $0.16. This panel brings together mana value, rules text, format signals, and set details in one place.
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Choose target creature you control and target creature an opponent controls. Each of those creatures deals damage equal to its toughness to the other.
Flavor Text
The invader hoped he could survive the beast's jaws and emerge through its rotting skin.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is Grim Contest worth?
Grim Contest is currently shown on Card Synced from about $0.16 for The List Reprints. This is a live floor on active listings. For MTG singles, foil status and rarity generally have the biggest impact on spread.
Grim Contest has 1 other tracked printing in other sets or variants, so you can compare across editions before buying.
Is Grim Contest legal in Commander?
Grim Contest is legal in Commander. It is also legal in Modern, legal in Pioneer.
Is Grim Contest 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 Grim Contest on the Reserved List?
No. Grim Contest is not on the Reserved List. That can affect long-term scarcity and collector demand.
What is Grim Contest in-game text?
In game, Grim Contest is a Instant with text that starts: "Choose target creature you control and target creature an opponent controls. Each of those creatures deals damage equal to its toughness to the other.".
How popular is Grim Contest in Commander decks?
Grim Contest ranks #19,300 on EDHREC for Commander inclusion, which is a proxy for market demand and practical deck usage.
Other Printings of Grim Contest
This card has been printed in 1 other set. Compare prices across different editions.
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Searchers looking for Grim Contest legality or value usually care about the same things: current format status, available printings, and whether the card is seeing fresh demand from Commander, Modern, or Pioneer players. This page keeps those signals together.