Magic: The Gathering

Fateful Handoff

The Brothers' War 325 • rare

Set: The Brothers' War
Collector number: 325
Rarity: Rare
Mana cost: 3 generic mana black mana
Type: Sorcery
Colors: Black
Artist: Gaboleps
Market price: $0.31

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What it's worth

$0.31market price via TCGplayer · Aug 19, 2026$0.26 – $0.31 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

This rare sorcery card is a distinct piece from the collection, valued for its scarcity and the unique narrative weight it carries within its set. Its designation as a rare card ensures it remains a sought-after find, representing a specific moment of tactical exchange that can shift the momentum during a game.

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Card face

What it does

Draw cards equal to the mana value of target artifact or creature you control. An opponent gains control of that permanent.

Formats

Where you can play it

StandardNot legal
PioneerLegal
ModernLegal
LegacyLegal
VintageLegal
CommanderLegal
PauperNot legal
BrawlLegal
HistoricLegal
TimelessLegal
Penny DreadfulLegal
OathbreakerLegal

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Provenance

Where it came from

Fateful Handoff was released in 2022 as part of the Magic: The Gathering expansion set The Brothers' War. The card depicts a pivotal moment in the lore of the Multiverse, specifically reflecting the themes of artifact-heavy warfare and the desperate trades of power between the brothers Urza and Mishra. It was designed as a rare sorcery, functioning as a mechanical representation of transferring negative magical burdens—represented by auras or equipment—from one player to another.

The artwork was commissioned by artist Gaboleps, who chose a high-contrast, dramatic style to capture the tension of the exchange. The illustration leans into the set's retro-futuristic aesthetic, emphasizing the weight and metallic complexity of the artifacts involved. Upon its release, the card was noted by players for its niche utility in Commander formats, where its ability to donate unfavorable permanents offers a unique layer of strategic disruption.

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