Magic: The Gathering's Final Fantasy growth got here out simply a couple of short weeks in the past, however the card chase is still on. Many collectors and longtime gamers have been on the hunt for the most popular printings of their favourite new playing cards, with some getting up to 4 variations.
Surge Foils, which seem in different MTG Universes Beyond units like Fallout and Warhammer 40K, are a distinctive model of foiling that’s considerably prettier than their common foil counterparts.
TL; DR: 10 Most Valuable MTG Final Fantasy Surge Foils
The market costs for some of these are clearly a little bit insane, however I anticipate they'll go down a bit as soon as the hype dies down. Though, that may very well be a whereas.
For context, the bottom printing of Sephiroth, Fabled SOLDIER is sitting at a market price of $37.76 at TCGPlayer, so when you're on the lookout for a copy for Commander and never making an attempt to interrupt the bank, simply persist with the bottom model – they're the identical card on the finish of the day.
Make sure you recognize the distinction in foiling; I opened a (*10*) borderless foil considering it was a Surge Foil (they’ve the identical artwork) and went to promote it at a vendor, solely to be disenchanted on the $3 offer.
Back within the outdated days of Magic (like ten years in the past), single card costs had been primarily based totally on their age, availability, and playability. For awhile, playing cards like Jace, Vryn's Prodigy had been $100+ excessive outliers on account of its energy and prominence in that Standard format.
Now, with Universes Beyond units, informal Magic followers shopping for into the game to chase these attractive therapies have pushed up costs. Jace is now sitting round $4 because it's been a sufferer of energy creep, however I'm not sure these Final Fantasy Surge Foils will comply with the identical trend. Time will inform. Whatever the case, let's have a have a look at these money playing cards.
10. Emet-Selch, Unsundered
A fan-favorite character from Final Fantasy XIV, Emet-Selch, Unsundered isn't probably the most highly effective from a mechanics perspective, however we will't deny the character appeal. He's at the moment at a market price of $92.78, with some distributors offering as low as $77.99.
9. Clive, Ifrit's Dominant
Ben Starr's efficiency as Clive was one of the perfect elements of Final Fantasy XVI, and his MTG counterpart captures his essence effectively. Transforming into Ifrit, Warden of Inferno is a great taste win. This card is at a $95.38 market price, however you may grab a Japanese model for as low as $60.69.
8. Squall, SeeD Mercenary
Another one which isn't probably the most highly effective (you'll see this remark a lot on this record), however his design is undoubtedly distinctive and enjoyable. I'm additionally a big fan of this artwork, and the handfuls (dozens!) of Final Fantasy VIII followers will scoop this up fast. Grab one at a market price of $97.57 and as low as $81.68.
7. Aerith Gainsborough
Sitting at a market price of $105.50, Aerith is the right instance of synthetic collector worth in comparison with her playability. I can see this discovering a home in some lifegain Commander decks, however not a lot else, and her design is fairly spot-on to her video game counterpart. Find one as low as $67.34 when you're comfortable with Japanese.
6. Tifa Lockhart
Tifa is rapidly on her method to turning into a Standard powerhouse. With the best build, she will be able to deal upwards of 300 injury in a single flip. She's sitting at a whopping $142.30 market, however will be discovered as low as $130 for a flippantly performed copy.
5. Kefka, Court Mage
Final Fantasy VI is my favourite Final Fantasy game, so I'm simply blissful that this man exists. However, regardless of the highly effective capability, the fee to get him rolling is high even by Commander's requirements. Still, the reworked facet is a great illustration of the game's ultimate boss. He's sitting at $179.54 market price, and may go for as low as $140.
4. Lightning, Army of One
Now we're talkin'. I'm not a lot of a pink or white participant, however I can't deny that Lightning, Army of One has the potential to be damaged in most codecs. Pick her up for $260.93 market, or for as low as $173 for a Japanese printing.
3. Yuna, Hope of Spira
Currently at a market worth of $275.20, Yuna, Hope of Spira is a creature I consider has a lot of potential. If I had been a Standard participant operating the Zur Domain deck, I'd do my finest to seek out a spot for Yuna. Find one as low as $235.
2. Cloud, Midgar Mercenary
This is a card that will get its worth via trend and performance. He's one of probably the most recognizable video game characters of all time, and his card is fairly great as well. Doing his finest Stoneforge Mystic impression, Cloud is an auto-include in any white Voltron Commander strategy. The draw back is he's value $387.49 market worth, and as "low" as $260 for a Japanese model.
Bonus: Honorable Mentions
These ten playing cards aren't the one Final Fantasy Surge Foils out there. You can choose up a handful of different fan-favorite characters for a fraction of the fee in comparison with playing cards on this record. I like Final Fantasy IV as a lot as I do VI, so I'm blissful Cecil and Golbez aren't too expensive.
1. Sephiroth, Fabled SOLDIER
Yes, you learn that accurately, $718.89 market price. Sephiroth, Fabled SOLDIER (who’s my most up-to-date Commander deck undertaking) has extraordinarily highly effective talents, and is now a game-changer in Pioneer Sacrifice decks. But like I stated earlier, when you're simply making an attempt to build decks, purchase the bottom model. You can discover this Surge Foil for as low as $674 or $399.99 for a Japanese printing.
Where Can I Find Final Fantasy Surge Foils?
Final Fantasy Surge Foils can solely be present in Collector Boosters or within the Final Fantasy Commander Collector's Edition decks.
Or maybe, collectors will as a substitute be most within the new Final Fantasy x Secret Lair drops, as a substitute. It’s been a busy 12 months for Wizards of the Coast’s limited-time mini-sets, and whereas the corporate bought out of all three Final Fantasy drops in file time (leaving many disenchanted), you may still get them via third-party sellers… when you're prepared to pay the inflated prices, that’s.
There are a trio of Final Fantasy Secret Lair units, Weapons, Grimoire, and Game Over, every offering distinctive artwork and names for Magic: The Gathering playing cards. Everything is offered in customary and foil, alongside the Japanese variants as effectively.
But, since they've bought out, you gained’t discover Secret Lair drops on the similar price as you’d discover them immediately from Wizards of the Coast (customary $30 nonfoil, $40 rainbow foil), with most being listed anyplace between $80-$150 or above.
This is a big markup, so when you're trying to purchase, be sure you're 100% knowledgeable of what you're paying for. You should purchase them from eBay, however we’ve all the time discovered TCGPlayer, whereas nonetheless eBay-owned, to be probably the most secure and reliable method to nab Secret Lair drops post-release.
Myles Obenza is a freelance author for IGN. Follow him on Bluesky @mylesobenza.bsky.social.