Spectral Lynx
Spectral Lynx Price Summary
As of Aug 9, 2026, the cheapest tracked printing of Spectral Lynx is $0.13 (DMR #28, Foil), and the most expensive is $23.99 (APC #17, Foil). The benchmark price (cheapest playable nonfoil) is $0.20, up 5.3% over 7 days, up 17.6% over 30 days, up 11.1% over 90 days. All-time tracked high: $0.20 (2026).
Spectral Lynx Printings & Prices
Spectral Lynx has 2 tracked printings across 2 sets, in nonfoil and foil finishes.
Sell Spectral Lynx: Buylist Offers
Card Kingdom currently pays $17.50 cash for APC #17 (Foil); the retail-buylist spread on that printing is 50% (wide).
| Buyer | Printing | Finish | Cash offer | Retail | Spread |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Card Kingdom | APC #17 | Foil | $17.50 | $34.99 | 50% |
| CoolStuffInc | APC #17 | Foil | $11.00 | — | — |
| Card Kingdom | APC #17 | Nonfoil | $0.30 | $0.99 | 70% |
| Card Kingdom | DMR #28 | Foil | $0.08 | $0.49 | 84% |
| Card Kingdom | DMR #28 | Nonfoil | $0.01 | $0.35 | 97% |
Spectral Lynx Rules Text & Legality
Protection from green
{B}: Regenerate this creature.
Spectral Lynx is legal in Legacy and Commander, and not legal in Standard, Pioneer, Modern and Pauper.
Spectral Lynx Rulings
- Dec 8, 2022 Activating the ability creates a replacement effect that acts like a shield, replacing the next time Spectral Lynx would be destroyed that turn. This shield works against effects that try to destroy Spectral Lynx or lethal damage that would be dealt to Spectral Lynx.
- Dec 8, 2022 Spectral Lynx can regenerate even if it isn’t in combat, it’s already tapped, or it’s undamaged.
- Dec 8, 2022 You can activate the regeneration ability even if Spectral Lynx isn’t at risk of being destroyed.
Reprints & Reprint Risk
Spectral Lynx has been reprinted 4 times.
| Set | Date | Rarity | Treatment |
|---|---|---|---|
| DMR #28 | 2023-01-13 | Uncommon | Standard |
| DMR #28 | 2023-01-13 | Uncommon | Standard |
| APC #17 | 2001-06-04 | Rare | Standard |
| APC #17 | 2001-06-04 | Rare | Standard |
DMR #28 
APC #17 Spectral Lynx in Commander
Spectral Lynx is the #28,877 most-played card on EDHREC, down 180 places over the last 30 days.
Spectral Lynx FAQ
How much is Spectral Lynx worth?
Spectral Lynx is worth about $0.20 for its cheapest playable printing as of Aug 9, 2026. Prices range from $0.20 to $23.99 across 2 tracked printings.
Is Spectral Lynx legal in Commander?
Yes — Spectral Lynx is legal in Commander. It is also legal in Legacy.
Has Spectral Lynx been reprinted?
Yes — Spectral Lynx has been reprinted 4 times, with 2 printings tracked on The Index.
Why is Spectral Lynx cheap?
Spectral Lynx trades at about $0.20 — 4 reprints keep supply plentiful, and Commander demand is modest (#28,877 on EDHREC).