Fatespinner
Fatespinner Price Summary
As of Aug 4, 2026, the cheapest tracked printing of Fatespinner is $8.02 (PLST #MRD-36, Foil), and the most expensive is $26.67 (MRD #36, Foil). The benchmark price (cheapest playable nonfoil) is $9.55, up 0.4% over 7 days, up 0.4% over 30 days, down 6.7% over 90 days. All-time tracked high: $12.39 (2025).
Fatespinner Printings & Prices
Fatespinner has 2 tracked printings across 2 sets, in foil and nonfoil finishes.
Sell Fatespinner: Buylist Offers
Card Kingdom currently pays $12.50 cash for MRD #36 (Foil); the retail-buylist spread on that printing is 50% (wide).
| Buyer | Printing | Finish | Cash offer | Retail | Spread |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CoolStuffInc | MRD #36 | Foil | $15.00 | — | — |
| Card Kingdom | MRD #36 | Foil | $12.50 | $24.99 | 50% |
| CoolStuffInc | MRD #36 | Nonfoil | $5.00 | — | — |
| Card Kingdom | MRD #36 | Nonfoil | $4.40 | $7.99 | 45% |
| Card Kingdom | PLST #MRD-36 | Foil | $1.90 | $7.49 | 75% |
Fatespinner Rules Text & Legality
At the beginning of each opponent's upkeep, that player chooses draw step, main phase, or combat phase. The player skips each instance of the chosen step or phase this turn.
Fatespinner is legal in Modern, Legacy and Commander, and not legal in Standard, Pioneer and Pauper.
Fatespinner Rulings
- Dec 1, 2004 If more than one Fatespinner affects you at the start of your upkeep, you can choose the same step or phase for each one.
- Dec 1, 2004 If there are multiple phases with the same name in the turn, your opponent skips them all. This is true even if a new step or phase is added to the turn after the ability resolves.
- Dec 1, 2004 That opponent skips only the phases or steps that are chosen.
Reprints & Reprint Risk
Fatespinner has been reprinted 3 times.
| Set | Date | Rarity | Treatment |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLST #MRD-36 | 2022-04-29 | Rare | Standard |
| MRD #36 | 2003-10-02 | Rare | Standard |
| MRD #36 | 2003-10-02 | Rare | Standard |
PLST #MRD-36 
MRD #36 Fatespinner in Commander
Fatespinner is the #6,894 most-played card on EDHREC, down 49 places over the last 30 days.
Fatespinner FAQ
How much is Fatespinner worth?
Fatespinner is worth about $9.55 for its cheapest playable printing as of Aug 4, 2026. Prices range from $9.55 to $26.67 across 2 tracked printings.
Is Fatespinner legal in Commander?
Yes — Fatespinner is legal in Commander. It is also legal in Modern and Legacy.
Has Fatespinner been reprinted?
Yes — Fatespinner has been reprinted 3 times, with 2 printings tracked on The Index.
Why is Fatespinner expensive?
Fatespinner holds a $9.55 price because supply is limited to two printings.