Invasion
352 cards · expansion set · released October 2, 2000
Difficulty
4/5 to complete
Avg Card Value
$33.58
Market average
Top Card
Phyrexian Altar
$62.64
Rarity Tier
Overview
Invasion is a Magic: The Gathering expansion set in the Invasion block, released October 2, 2000 with 352 cards. Use the checklist below to track which cards you own, and scan any Invasion card with Tappr to pull up its live market price in seconds.
Best for
- collectors who already know edition premiums
- people completing or pricing Invasion (352 cards, code inv)
- singles buyers focused on Invasion / Phyrexian Altar
Skip if
- you will not check edition/treatment and still want “NM mythic” prices
- you want a tiny master set — this product is wide; budget special frames separately
Common mistakes
On Invasion, the usual miss is skipping authenticity on duals and early rares. Money still clusters around Invasion / Phyrexian Altar; treating the whole list like one price tier is how people overpay bulk. Also: Invasion (2000, early Magic) gets mixed into lots that are not the same product — match set code inv before the art.
What to check first
First: set symbol / copyright line before comps. On Invasion / Phyrexian Altar, do condition under light before grade talk. Then use the Invasion checklist for gaps — sealed is not a plan for the expensive row.
Most valuable cards
The most valuable card in Invasion right now is Phyrexian Altar, with a market price around $62.64. Other standout cards include Tsabo's Web and Elvish Champion.
Cards from Invasion
Tap any card to see price history and details.
Alabaster Leech
Angel of Mercy
Ardent Soldier
Atalya, Samite Master
Reviving Dose
Fact or Fiction
Traveler's Cloak
Hate Weaver
Urborg Shambler
Pouncing Kavu
Canopy Surge
Scouting Trek
Blazing Specter
Pyre Zombie
Void
Tek
Swamp
Swamp
Swamp
Swamp
Mountain
Mountain
Mountain
Mountain
Forest
Forest
Forest
Forest
Tips to finish the set
To complete Invasion you'll need all 352 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 Invasion cards still missing from your collection.
How to Complete This Set
- 01
Scan your Invasion cards with Tappr to identify every printing
- 02
Check the live market price for each card, including foils
- 03
Prioritize chase cards like Phyrexian Altar
- 04
Save scanned cards to your Invasion checklist to see what's missing
Scan with the app
Point Tappr at any Invasion 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 Invasion binder.
Common questions
01How many cards are in Invasion?
Invasion contains 352 cards in the main set (354 including variants and special printings). It was released October 2, 2000.
02What is the most valuable card in Invasion?
Phyrexian Altar is currently the most valuable Invasion card, trading around $62.64 in near-mint condition. Prices move constantly — scan your copy with Tappr for the live value.
03When was Invasion released?
Invasion was released October 2, 2000 (2000) as a Magic: The Gathering expansion set.
04How do I check Invasion card prices?
Open Tappr, scan the card, and it recognizes the exact Invasion printing and shows its current market price. You can also browse this page's card list for a full Invasion price overview.
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