MagicThe Hobbit
Riddles in the Dark — The Hobbit #292
Riddles in the Dark is a rare Instant from The Hobbit (2026), collector number 292, illustrated by Lorenzo Mastroianni.
Riddles in the Dark price
Prices from Scryfall, updated daily, for near-mint copies. Indicative only — UK sold prices on eBay are often the best guide.
Card details
- Set
- The Hobbit
- Number
- 292
- Rarity
- Rare
- Mana cost
- {2}{U}
- Colour
- Blue
- Illustrator
- Lorenzo Mastroianni
- Released
- 14 August 2026
What Riddles in the Dark does
Look at the top four cards of your library and separate them into a face-down pile and a face-up pile. An opponent chooses one of the piles. Put that pile into your hand and the other into your graveyard.
Format legality
Other printings of Riddles in the Dark
| No. | Card | Set | Rarity | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 |  Riddles in the Dark Instant | Spotlight Series 2026 | Rare | €5.00 |
| 53 |  Riddles in the Dark Instant | The Hobbit 2026 | Rare | €0.38 |
All 3 Riddles in the Dark printings compared →
Questions people ask
How much is Riddles in the Dark from The Hobbit worth?
About €0.81 for a near-mint non-foil copy, and €1.68 in foil. Check UK eBay sold listings for what copies really sell for here.
How many printings of Riddles in the Dark are there?
3 English paper printings, from The Hobbit to The Hobbit. The cheapest right now is the The Hobbit printing.
Is Riddles in the Dark legal in Commander?
Yes, it is legal in Commander.
Who illustrated Riddles in the Dark (The Hobbit)?
Lorenzo Mastroianni.
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