Nemesis of Reason
Nemesis of Reason Price Summary
As of Aug 18, 2026, the cheapest tracked printing of Nemesis of Reason is $3.03 (PLST #ARB-28), and the most expensive is $9.36 (SLD #1302, Foil). The benchmark price (cheapest playable nonfoil) is $7.04, up 126.4% over 7 days, up 111.4% over 30 days, up 118.6% over 90 days. All-time tracked high: $7.04 (2026).
Nemesis of Reason Printings & Prices
Nemesis of Reason has 4 tracked printings across 4 sets, in nonfoil and foil finishes.
Sell Nemesis of Reason: Buylist Offers
Card Kingdom currently pays $6.00 cash for ARB #28 (Foil); the retail-buylist spread on that printing is 50% (wide).
| Buyer | Printing | Finish | Cash offer | Retail | Spread |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Card Kingdom | ARB #28 | Foil | $6.00 | $11.99 | 50% |
| Card Kingdom | SLD #1302 | Foil | $5.50 | $9.99 | 45% |
| Card Kingdom | SLD #1302 | Nonfoil | $4.80 | $7.99 | 40% |
| CoolStuffInc | ARB #28 | Foil | $4.00 | — | — |
| CoolStuffInc | SLD #1302 | Nonfoil | $3.00 | — | — |
| CoolStuffInc | SLD #1302 | Foil | $3.00 | — | — |
| Card Kingdom | CLB #850 | Nonfoil | $2.25 | $4.99 | 55% |
| CoolStuffInc | ARB #28 | Nonfoil | $2.00 | — | — |
| Card Kingdom | ARB #28 | Nonfoil | $2.00 | $4.99 | 60% |
| CoolStuffInc | CLB #850 | Nonfoil | $1.50 | — | — |
Nemesis of Reason Rules Text & Legality
Whenever this creature attacks, defending player mills ten cards.
Nemesis of Reason is legal in Modern, Legacy and Commander, and not legal in Standard, Pioneer and Pauper.
Nemesis of Reason Rulings
- May 1, 2009 If the defending player has fewer than ten cards in their library, that player's entire library is put into their graveyard.
Reprints & Reprint Risk
Nemesis of Reason has been reprinted 6 times.
| Set | Date | Rarity | Treatment |
|---|---|---|---|
| CLB #850 | 2022-06-10 | Rare | Standard |
| PLST #ARB-28 | 2022-04-29 | Rare | Standard |
| SLD #1302 | 2021-06-21 | Rare | Standard |
| SLD #1302 | 2021-06-21 | Rare | Standard |
| ARB #28 | 2009-04-30 | Rare | Standard |
| ARB #28 | 2009-04-30 | Rare | Standard |
CLB #850 
PLST #ARB-28 
SLD #1302 
ARB #28 Nemesis of Reason in Commander
Nemesis of Reason is the #4,493 most-played card on EDHREC, down 36 places over the last 30 days.
Nemesis of Reason FAQ
How much is Nemesis of Reason worth?
Nemesis of Reason is worth about $7.04 for its cheapest playable printing as of Aug 18, 2026. Prices range from $3.03 to $9.36 across 4 tracked printings.
Is Nemesis of Reason legal in Commander?
Yes — Nemesis of Reason is legal in Commander. It is also legal in Modern and Legacy.
Has Nemesis of Reason been reprinted?
Yes — Nemesis of Reason has been reprinted 6 times, with 4 printings tracked on The Index.
Why is Nemesis of Reason expensive?
Nemesis of Reason holds a $7.04 price because even with 6 reprints, demand keeps pace with supply.