Zendikar
269 cards · expansion set · released October 2, 2009
zenDifficulty
3/5 to complete
Avg Card Value
$35.43
Market average
Top Card
Scalding Tarn
$39.67
Rarity Tier
Overview
Zendikar is a Magic: The Gathering expansion set in the Zendikar block, released October 2, 2009 with 269 cards. Use the checklist below to track which cards you own, and scan any Zendikar card with Tappr to pull up its live market price in seconds.
Best for
- Modern/Pioneer players and set completionists
- people completing or pricing Zendikar (269 cards, code zen)
- singles buyers focused on Zendikar / Scalding Tarn
Skip if
- you will not check edition/treatment and still want “NM mythic” prices
- you expect every rare in the set to hold similar resale
Common mistakes
On Zendikar, the usual miss is ignoring foil vs nonfoil and special frames inside the same set code. Money still clusters around Zendikar / Scalding Tarn; treating the whole list like one price tier is how people overpay bulk. Also: Zendikar (2009, Modern-era paper) gets mixed into lots that are not the same product — match set code zen before the art.
What to check first
First: foil treatment and collector number. On Zendikar / Scalding Tarn, do condition under light before grade talk. Then use the Zendikar checklist for gaps — sealed is not a plan for the expensive row.
Most valuable cards
The most valuable card in Zendikar right now is Scalding Tarn, with a market price around $39.67. Other standout cards include Misty Rainforest and Arid Mesa.
Cards from Zendikar
Tap any card to see price history and details.
Armament Master
Arrow Volley Trap
Bold Defense
Brave the Elements
Landbind Ritual
Cancel
Sea Gate Loremaster
Bloodghast
Mind Sludge
Electropotence
Plated Geopede
Frontier Guide
River Boa
Eternity Vessel
Marsh Flats
Island
Mountain
Mountain
Mountain
Mountain
Forest
Forest
Forest
Forest
Forest
Forest
Forest
Forest
Tips to finish the set
To complete Zendikar you'll need all 269 cards. Start with the commons and uncommons — they're cheap and fill most of the checklist — then chase the rares and mythics. Scanning as you sort lets Tappr flag the Zendikar cards still missing from your collection.
How to Complete This Set
- 01
Scan your Zendikar cards with Tappr to identify every printing
- 02
Check the live market price for each card, including foils
- 03
Prioritize chase cards like Scalding Tarn
- 04
Save scanned cards to your Zendikar checklist to see what's missing
Scan with the app
Point Tappr at any Zendikar card and it identifies the exact printing, collector number, and current value instantly — no typing set codes or flipping through a price guide. Every scan can be saved straight into your digital Zendikar binder.
Common questions
01How many cards are in Zendikar?
Zendikar contains 269 cards. It was released October 2, 2009.
02What is the most valuable card in Zendikar?
Scalding Tarn is currently the most valuable Zendikar card, trading around $39.67 in near-mint condition. Prices move constantly — scan your copy with Tappr for the live value.
03When was Zendikar released?
Zendikar was released October 2, 2009 (2009) as a Magic: The Gathering expansion set.
04How do I check Zendikar card prices?
Open Tappr, scan the card, and it recognizes the exact Zendikar printing and shows its current market price. You can also browse this page's card list for a full Zendikar price overview.
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