Get ready, Magic: The Gathering and Final Fantasy fans – one card from the recent crossover set is hitting some eye-watering prices on the secondary market. We’re talking about Sephiroth, Fabled SOLDIER, specifically the special “Surge Foil” version, which is currently commanding prices well over $700!
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This powerful card isn’t just a collector’s item; it’s also making waves in popular MTG formats like Pioneer and Commander (perfect for building that dream deck). But if you’re looking to play rather than collect the most premium version, don’t worry, the regular version is much more accessible.
Magic The Gathering card Sephiroth Fabled SOLDIER Surge Foil from Final Fantasy set showing art and text
At a current market price hovering around $718.89, the Surge Foil Sephiroth is definitely a premium piece. Prices for this specific version can vary, with some listings going slightly lower, even down to $399.99 for a Japanese printing if you can find one. This high price tag reflects both the card’s desirability for collectors and its strong performance potential in various game modes. Its abilities are proving to be quite potent, especially fitting into “Sacrifice” strategies in the Pioneer format.
Where Can You Find These Pricey Final Fantasy MTG Cards?
If you’re chasing that sought-after Sephiroth Surge Foil or other special Final Fantasy cards, you need to know where to look.
Finding Surge Foils
The elusive Surge Foil versions of cards like Sephiroth are primarily found in specific product types from the Magic: The Gathering – Final Fantasy set. Your best bet for pulling these premium foils is by opening Collector Boosters. These booster packs are designed with collectors in mind and contain a higher chance of rare finishes and alternate art versions.
Another place to find some Final Fantasy cards, including potentially special versions, is within the Final Fantasy Commander Collector’s Edition decks. These pre-constructed decks offer a curated collection of cards themed around the Final Fantasy universe, ready to play in the popular Commander format.
Magic The Gathering Final Fantasy Collector Booster Box packaging
While Collector Boosters and Commander Collector’s Edition decks are the primary source for Surge Foils, other products like standard Bundles, Gift Bundles, and Starter Kits offer a great way to get into the set and collect regular versions of the cards.
Magic The Gathering Final Fantasy Collector Booster Pack showing artwork
The World of Secret Lairs
Beyond the main set releases, Wizards of the Coast also dropped a series of limited-edition “Secret Lair” mini-sets featuring Final Fantasy. These drops, titled “Weapons,” “Grimoire,” and “Game Over,” offered unique art and names for existing Magic cards, blending the two worlds in a cool way.
These Secret Lair drops were incredibly popular and sold out directly from Wizards of the Coast in record time, leaving many fans disappointed. However, if you missed out, there’s still a way to get your hands on them: the secondary market.
Magic The Gathering Final Fantasy Game Over Secret Lair non-foil card collection
Be prepared, though. Since they are limited releases and highly sought after, the prices on secondary markets are significantly marked up. While the original price from Wizards of the Coast was around $30 for non-foil and $40 for rainbow foil, you’ll now find them listed anywhere from $80 to $150 or even higher.
This huge difference means it’s crucial to know exactly what you’re paying for when buying these sold-out drops. Platforms like eBay are an option, but many collectors and players find TCGPlayer to be a more secure and trustworthy platform for buying Secret Lair drops and individual cards after their initial release, even though it’s also an eBay-owned company.
Magic The Gathering Final Fantasy Weapons Secret Lair non-foil cards featuring iconic weapons
Whether you’re looking to power up your deck with a formidable card like Sephiroth or collect beautiful alternate art versions from the Secret Lairs, the Final Fantasy x Magic: The Gathering collaboration has created some highly desirable pieces. Just be ready for the price tag on the most exclusive versions!
Want to learn more about these special releases? Check out our guide on where to buy Magic: The Gathering Final Fantasy Secret Lair drops or explore the full Secret Lair release schedule for more limited-time MTG cards.
