Desperate Gambit
Magic: The Gathering | Weatherlight - Singles
| Rarity | U |
| Printed in | Magic: The Gathering | Weatherlight |
| Available | 1 items |
| From | £0.78 |
| Type | Instant |
Format Legality
| Seller | Product Information | Price | Qty | Offer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
LP | £0.78 | 1 | Doesn't ship to your country |
About Desperate Gambit
Desperate Gambit from Weatherlight is currently available from around £0.78. This panel brings together mana value, rules text, format signals, and set details in one place.
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Choose a source you control and flip a coin. If you win the flip, the next time that source would deal damage this turn, it deals double that damage instead. If you lose the flip, the next time it would deal damage this turn, prevent that damage.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is Desperate Gambit worth?
Desperate Gambit is currently shown on Card Synced from about £0.78 for Weatherlight. 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 Gambit legal in Commander?
Desperate Gambit is legal in Commander. Check the legality table for the full format matrix for this printing.
Is Desperate Gambit 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 Gambit on the Reserved List?
No. Desperate Gambit is not on the Reserved List. That can affect long-term scarcity and collector demand.
What is Desperate Gambit in-game text?
In game, Desperate Gambit is a Instant with text that starts: "Choose a source you control and flip a coin. If you win the flip, the next time that source would deal damage this turn, it deals double that damage instead. If you lose the flip, the next time it would deal damage this turn, prevent that damage.".
How popular is Desperate Gambit in Commander decks?
Desperate Gambit ranks #11,919 on EDHREC for Commander inclusion, which is a proxy for market demand and practical deck usage.
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