Perilous Research
Perilous Research Price Summary
As of Aug 9, 2026, the cheapest tracked printing of Perilous Research is $0.29 (PLST #MMA-58), and the most expensive is $8.00 (CSP #41, Foil). The benchmark price (cheapest playable nonfoil) is $0.29, flat over 7 days, down 6.5% over 30 days, flat over 90 days. All-time tracked high: $0.44 (2024).
Perilous Research Printings & Prices
Perilous Research has 4 tracked printings across 4 sets, in nonfoil and foil finishes.
Sell Perilous Research: Buylist Offers
Card Kingdom currently pays $12.00 cash for CSP #41 (Foil); the retail-buylist spread on that printing is 40% (normal).
| Buyer | Printing | Finish | Cash offer | Retail | Spread |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Card Kingdom | CSP #41 | Foil | $12.00 | $19.99 | 40% |
| CoolStuffInc | CSP #41 | Foil | $4.00 | — | — |
| Card Kingdom | CMD #54 | Nonfoil | $1.40 | $2.79 | 50% |
| Card Kingdom | MMA #58 | Foil | $1.40 | $3.49 | 60% |
| Card Kingdom | CSP #41 | Nonfoil | $1.40 | $2.79 | 50% |
| Card Kingdom | MMA #58 | Nonfoil | $0.80 | $1.99 | 60% |
| Card Kingdom | PLST #MMA-58 | Nonfoil | $0.60 | $1.49 | 60% |
| CoolStuffInc | MMA #58 | Foil | $0.50 | — | — |
| CoolStuffInc | CSP #41 | Nonfoil | $0.35 | — | — |
| CoolStuffInc | CMD #54 | Nonfoil | $0.25 | — | — |
Perilous Research Rules Text & Legality
Draw two cards, then sacrifice a permanent.
Perilous Research is legal in Modern, Legacy, Commander and Pauper, and not legal in Standard and Pioneer.
Reprints & Reprint Risk
Perilous Research has been reprinted 6 times.
| Set | Date | Rarity | Treatment |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLST #MMA-58 | 2022-04-29 | Common | Standard |
| MMA #58 | 2013-06-07 | Common | Standard |
| MMA #58 | 2013-06-07 | Common | Standard |
| CMD #54 | 2011-06-17 | Uncommon | Standard |
| CSP #41 | 2006-07-21 | Uncommon | Standard |
| CSP #41 | 2006-07-21 | Uncommon | Standard |
PLST #MMA-58 
MMA #58 
CMD #54 
CSP #41 Perilous Research in Commander
Perilous Research is the #9,539 most-played card on EDHREC, down 90 places over the last 30 days.
Perilous Research FAQ
How much is Perilous Research worth?
Perilous Research is worth about $0.29 for its cheapest playable printing as of Aug 9, 2026. Prices range from $0.29 to $8.00 across 4 tracked printings.
Is Perilous Research legal in Commander?
Yes — Perilous Research is legal in Commander. It is also legal in Modern, Legacy and Pauper.
Has Perilous Research been reprinted?
Yes — Perilous Research has been reprinted 6 times, with 4 printings tracked on The Index.
Why is Perilous Research cheap?
Perilous Research trades at about $0.29 — 6 reprints keep supply plentiful, and Commander demand is modest (#9,539 on EDHREC).