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Reference snapshot · Jun 21, 04:00 AM UTC · Scryfall daily price snapshot · Snapshot-backed reference
Essence Drain
NMcommon
Essence Drain #43 from Darksteel is tracked as a common card with a current CardIntel reference price of $0.04. Recent movement is not available yet. The page compares source-labeled price snapshots, verified snapshot history, activity signals, and comparable cards using Scryfall daily price snapshot · Snapshot-backed reference; prices are shown as of Jun 21, 04:00 AM UTC.
Card Game
Magic
Set/Year
Darksteel
Card #
43
Artist
Tony Szczudlo
Variant
Normal
Cross-Platform Pricing
Reference Price
Snapshot-backed reference
$0.04
TCGPlayer Market
Aggregate
$0.04
| Source | Price | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Reference Price | $0.04 | Snapshot-backed reference |
| TCGPlayer Market | $0.04 | Aggregate |
Data Quality
Verified snapshot history22 real daily snapshot points.
Snapshot sourceScryfall daily price snapshot · Snapshot-backed reference
MethodCatalog connector snapshot
Reference basisSnapshot-backed reference
Chart latest layerScryfall daily price snapshot
Activity Not Available
LowNot tracked
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Advanced Analytics
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Reference Price
$0.04—
As of Jun 21, 04:00 AM UTC · Snapshot-backed reference · Low confidence
7D Change
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Activity Not Available
Not tracked
Price Action
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Verified snapshot history: 22 real daily snapshot points.
Moves: 24h/7d badges compare the latest verified snapshot to the nearest prior snapshot in history — not intraday exchange ticks.
Market Evidence Status
MTG card pages currently publish reference snapshots and history, but not completed-sales-derived confidence metrics.
Why Is This Moving?
3 EventsPokémon TCG: Surging Sparks Released— Neutral
The latest Scarlet & Violet expansion 'Surging Sparks' officially launched worldwide. Early chase cards include Pikachu ex SAR and several new Illustration Rares. First-week prices are inflated — expect correction in 2-4 weeks.
Feb 15, 2026via Official Pokémon CompanyConfidence 60%
PSA Announces New Modern Card Tier Pricing— Neutral
PSA raised their base-level grading fee from $30 to $35 for standard cards. Express and Super Express tiers unchanged. This may reduce casual submissions and tighten PSA 10 supply for modern cards.
Feb 10, 2026via PSA OfficialConfidence 60%
January Market Overview: Post-Holiday Correction▼ Negative
As expected, the market saw a 5-10% correction across most categories following the December holiday buying surge. Vintage cards held better than modern, with Base Set holos showing minimal decline.
Jan 5, 2026via Market Data AnalysisConfidence 60%
