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Essence Scatter Magic 2014 MTG card
M14 #55 · Art by Jon Foster
M14 set symbol, CommonMagic 2014#55Common

Essence Scatter

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TCGplayer market · M14 #55 nonfoil
$0.06 −14.3% −$0.01, 7 days
1-year range
30 days
−14.3%
EDHREC rank
#2,597 Up 57 in 30 days
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Essence Scatter Price Summary

The benchmark price (cheapest playable nonfoil) is $0.06, down 14.3% over 7 days, down 14.3% over 30 days, down 14.3% over 90 days.

Essence Scatter Price History

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Essence Scatter in Sealed Products

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Essence Scatter Printings & Prices

Essence Scatter has 12 tracked printings across 12 sets, in nonfoil and foil finishes.

M14 set symbol, CommonM14 #55
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M10 set symbol, CommonM10 #51
M13 set symbol, CommonM13 #50
DDT set symbol, CommonDDT #6
DMU set symbol, CommonDMU #49
IKO set symbol, CommonIKO #49
SOS set symbol, CommonSOS #47
FDN set symbol, UncommonFDN #153
M19 set symbol, CommonM19 #54
AKH set symbol, CommonAKH #52
DPA set symbol, CommonDPA #8
PLST set symbol, CommonPLST #M19-54

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Card KingdomM10 #51Foil
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Card KingdomM13 #50Foil
Card KingdomM19 #54Foil
Card KingdomM14 #55Foil
Card KingdomDMU #49Foil
Card KingdomAKH #52Foil
Card KingdomIKO #49Foil
Card KingdomSOS #47Foil
Card KingdomFDN #153Foil

Essence Scatter Rules Text & Legality

Essence Scatter

Counter target creature spell.

"Venturing beyond campus means learning how to deal with creatures not bound by university rules." —Emil, Vastlands roamer

Essence Scatter is legal in Standard, Pioneer, Modern, Legacy, Commander and Pauper.

  • AlchemyLegal
  • BrawlLegal
  • CommanderLegal
  • Competitive BrawlLegal
  • Duel CommanderLegal
  • Future StandardLegal
  • GladiatorLegal
  • HistoricLegal
  • LegacyLegal
  • ModernLegal
  • OathbreakerLegal
  • PauperLegal
  • Pauper CommanderLegal
  • Penny DreadfulLegal
  • PioneerLegal
  • PreDHLegal
  • StandardLegal
  • Standard BrawlLegal
  • TimelessLegal
  • VintageLegal
  • Old SchoolNot legal
  • PremodernNot legal
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Essence Scatter Rulings

  • Mar 20, 2026

    A "creature spell" is any spell with the card type creature, even if it has other types such as artifact or enchantment.

  • Nov 8, 2024

    A "creature spell" is any spell with the creature type, even if it has other types such as artifact or enchantment.

Reprints & Reprint Risk

Essence Scatter has been reprinted 21 times. The Secrets of Strixhaven reprint cut the price 74% in 30 days.

  • Jul 13, 2018M19 set symbol, CommonCore Set 2019 · foilM19 #54
  • Apr 24, 2020IKO set symbol, CommonIkoria: Lair of BehemothsIKO #49
  • Apr 24, 2020IKO set symbol, CommonIkoria: Lair of Behemoths · foilIKO #49
  • Apr 29, 2022PLST set symbol, CommonThe ListPLST #M19-54
  • Sep 9, 2022DMU set symbol, CommonDominaria UnitedDMU #49
  • Sep 9, 2022DMU set symbol, CommonDominaria United · foilDMU #49
  • Nov 15, 2024FDN set symbol, UncommonFoundations · foilFDN #153
  • Nov 15, 2024FDN set symbol, UncommonFoundationsFDN #153
  • Apr 24, 2026SOS set symbol, CommonSecrets of Strixhaven · foilSOS #47
  • Apr 24, 2026SOS set symbol, CommonSecrets of StrixhavenSOS #47

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Essence Scatter in Commander

Essence Scatter is the #2,597 most-played card on EDHREC, up 57 places over the last 30 days.

#2,597 EDHREC rank
across all Commander decks Up 57 in 30 days

Essence Scatter FAQ

How much is Essence Scatter worth?

Essence Scatter is worth about $0.06 for its cheapest playable printing as of Nov 8, 2026.

Is Essence Scatter legal in Commander?

Yes. Essence Scatter is legal in Commander. It is also legal in Standard, Pioneer, Modern, Legacy and Pauper.

Has Essence Scatter been reprinted?

Yes. Essence Scatter has been reprinted 21 times, with 12 printings tracked on The Index.

Why is Essence Scatter cheap?

Essence Scatter trades at about $0.06; 21 reprints keep supply plentiful.

What can I play instead of Essence Scatter?

Cards that fill a similar role include Remove Soul, Preemptive Strike, Essence Capture.

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