Magic: The Gathering Basri's Acolyte (Core Set 2021) 008/274
Wizards of the Coast (Hasbro) · Collectibles & Antiques > Trading Card Games (TCG)
Era / Decade
2020 (Modern era, specifically from the Core Set 2021 release)
Material
Standard trading card stock (paper/cardboard) with satin finish; shown inside a matte green polypropylene card sleeve.
Condition
Very Good/Excellent. The card appears to be Lightly Played (LP) or Near Mint (NM) based on the clear surface and edges visible within the sleeve. No significant creases or surface scratches are apparent in the photo.
Demand Level
Low. As a standard common card that has rotated out of the most popular competitive formats, demand is limited to casual 'kitchen table' players or specific 'Pauper' format enthusiasts.
Resale Value
Estimated Resale Value
$0.01 - $0.25 (Bulk common value)
Estimated Retail Value
$0.05 - $0.15 (Original pack MSRP was approximately $3.99 for 15 cards)
Comparable Sales
Recent individual sales on TCGPlayer show this card consistently selling for $0.01 to $0.05, often bundled with free shipping in large orders to meet minimum spend requirements.
Description
A single copy of Basri's Acolyte, a Common rarity Creature - Cat Cleric card from the Magic: The Gathering M21 Core Set. Featuring artwork by Leesha Hannigan, this white mana card has Lifelink and a 'enters the battlefield' trigger to distribute +1/+1 counters. Collector number 008/274. Card is currently sleeved in a green protector.
Key Features
Features the 'Cat Cleric' subtype which has niche tribal support; includes the M21 expansion set symbol; standard legal-size gaming card.
Authenticity Indicators
Holographic stamp at the bottom center is consistent with post-2014 rare/mythic frames, however, this is a common so it lacks the stamp—printing patterns, font kerning, and trademark dates (2020) appear correct. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
None visible in the image, though as a 'Common' rarity card, it has very high supply and extremely low individual cash value.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
TCGPlayer, Cardmarket (EU), or eBay (as part of a bulk lot). This item is not worth selling individually due to shipping costs exceeding the card's value.
Selling Tips
Do not sell this as a single. Group it with other white-mana cards or 'Cat' themed cards into a 'Repump' or 'Tribal' lot of 50-100 cards to maximize profit. Use the keyword 'MTG Bulk Common' if selling in large quantities.