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Sparkmage's Gambit
OGW · Oath of the Gatewatch #117 · Common · released 2016-01-22
{1}{R}
Sorcery
Sparkmage's Gambit deals 1 damage to each of up to two target creatures. Those creatures can't block this turn.
"A touch of lightning, and anyone can be taught to dance."
—Tobin, sparkmage
Sparkmage's Gambit is a common red sorcery from Oath of the Gatewatch (2016). It has been printed 2 times across 2 sets, from 2016 to 2022. Recent market prices range from $0.04 to $0.30 depending on printing and finish. It is legal in Pioneer, Modern, Legacy, Vintage, Commander, Pauper, Oathbreaker and Penny Dreadful.
USD$0.04
USD Foil$0.30
Format legality
Where you can play Sparkmage's Gambit in sanctioned and popular formats.
StandardNot legal
PioneerLegal
ModernLegal
LegacyLegal
VintageLegal
CommanderLegal
PauperLegal
OathbreakerLegal
HistoricNot legal
BrawlNot legal
Penny DreadfulLegal
All printings (2)
Prices range from $0.04 to $0.30 across finishes. Cheapest printing: Oath of the Gatewatch at $0.04.
| Set | No. | Rarity | Price | Foil |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oath of the Gatewatch This page | 117 | Common | $0.04 | $0.30 |
| Double Masters 2022 | 124 | Common | $0.15 | $0.24 |
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Rulings
Official rulings from Wizards of the Coast (2).
- 2016-01-22If Sparkmage's Gambit has two targets, and one of them is illegal as Sparkmage's Gambit resolves, only the remaining legal target will be affected. The illegal target won't be dealt damage and will be able to block that turn. If both targets are illegal as Sparkmage's Gambit tries to resolve, it won't resolve and none of its effects will happen.
- 2016-01-22If Sparkmage's Gambit resolves, but the damage is prevented or redirected, the target creatures still won't be able to block that turn.
Frequently asked questions
Is Sparkmage's Gambit legal in Commander?
Yes — Sparkmage's Gambit is legal in Commander (EDH).
What formats is Sparkmage's Gambit legal in?
Sparkmage's Gambit is legal in Pioneer, Modern, Legacy, Vintage, Commander, Pauper, Oathbreaker and Penny Dreadful.
How many times has Sparkmage's Gambit been printed?
Sparkmage's Gambit has been printed 2 times across 2 sets, from 2016 to 2022.
What is the cheapest printing of Sparkmage's Gambit?
The cheapest printing is Oath of the Gatewatch (#117) at about $0.04.
Who illustrated Sparkmage's Gambit?
This printing of Sparkmage's Gambit was illustrated by Mathias Kollros.