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Illicit Auction
MIR · Mirage #183 · Rare · released 1996-10-08
{3}{R}{R}
Sorcery
Each player may bid life for control of target creature. You start the bidding with a bid of 0. In turn order, each player may top the high bid. The bidding ends if the high bid stands. The high bidder loses life equal to the high bid and gains control of the creature. (This effect lasts indefinitely.)
Illicit Auction is a rare red sorcery from Mirage (1996). It has been printed 2 times across 2 sets, from 1996 to 1999. Recent market prices range from $5.18 to $7.42 depending on printing and finish. It is legal in Legacy, Vintage, Commander and Oathbreaker.
USD$7.42
Format legality
Where you can play Illicit Auction in sanctioned and popular formats.
StandardNot legal
PioneerNot legal
ModernNot legal
LegacyLegal
VintageLegal
CommanderLegal
PauperNot legal
OathbreakerLegal
HistoricNot legal
BrawlNot legal
Penny DreadfulNot legal
All printings (2)
Prices range from $5.18 to $7.42 across finishes. Cheapest printing: Classic Sixth Edition at $5.18.
| Set | No. | Rarity | Price | Foil |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mirage This page | 183 | Rare | $7.42 | — |
| Classic Sixth Edition | 190 | Rare | $5.18 | — |
More from Mirage
Rulings
Official rulings from Wizards of the Coast (1).
- 2004-10-04This is a life loss and not a life payment so you can bid more life than you have.
Frequently asked questions
Is Illicit Auction legal in Commander?
Yes — Illicit Auction is legal in Commander (EDH).
What formats is Illicit Auction legal in?
Illicit Auction is legal in Legacy, Vintage, Commander and Oathbreaker.
How many times has Illicit Auction been printed?
Illicit Auction has been printed 2 times across 2 sets, from 1996 to 1999.
What is the cheapest printing of Illicit Auction?
The cheapest printing is Classic Sixth Edition (#190) at about $5.18.
Who illustrated Illicit Auction?
This printing of Illicit Auction was illustrated by Scott Kirschner.