What is a split card in Magic: The Gathering?

A split card features two separate spells on one card, allowing the player to cast either the left or right half depending on the game state. This design allows for versatile gameplay options within a single card slot.

Is Expansion // Explosion a rare foil card?

Yes, the Expansion // Explosion card from the 2018 Guilds of Ravnica Promos set is printed with a rare foil finish. Promo cards are typically distributed through special events or specific channels rather than standard booster packs.

Who illustrated the Expansion // Explosion card?

The artwork for this Magic: The Gathering card was created by Deruchenko Alexander. The artist is credited on the card itself, which is standard for official Wizards of the Coast releases.

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The 2018 Guilds of Ravnica Promos release features the rare foil Expansion // Explosion card (224p), a distinctive split-instant offering dual spells in one Magic: The Gathering card.

Expansion // Explosion

2018 • Magic: The Gathering • Guilds of Ravnica Promos

2018 Magic: The Gathering Guilds of Ravnica Promos

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Raw/Ungraded Market: $0.79

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Condition	Value	Source	Trend	Price Details
	$0.79Oct 15, 2026	Guide Estimate	0%
Based on TCGplayer Market (reference) Estimate: $0.79, based on Guide Estimate. Source date not availableCaptured Oct 15, 2026 Guide Estimate: $0.79. Evidence date not available. Few comparable observations are available, so this estimate may be less reliable. Over the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $0.79 to $0.79 across 2 capture days. Change between Sep 28, 2026 and Oct 15, 2026: 0%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts.Recorded Oct 15, 2026

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Based on TCGplayer Market (reference)
Estimate: $0.79, based on Guide Estimate.
Source date not availableCaptured Oct 15, 2026
Guide Estimate: $0.79. Evidence date not available.
Few comparable observations are available, so this estimate may be less reliable.
Over the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $0.79 to $0.79 across 2 capture days. Change between Sep 28, 2026 and Oct 15, 2026: 0%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts.Recorded Oct 15, 2026

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Description

The Expansion // Explosion card, designated as 224p, originates from the 2018 Guilds of Ravnica Promos set within the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. This unique release utilizes a split card layout, presenting two separate Instant spells within a single frame. The card is printed with a foil finish, distinguishing it from standard non-promotional prints. Artwork for this card is credited to Deruchenko Alexander, adding visual depth to the dual-mechanic design. The mana cost for the first half is {U/R}{U/R}, while the second half requires {X}{U}{U}{R}{R}. The card has a mana value of 6. The Guilds of Ravnica Promos set serves as a specialized expansion for enthusiasts looking to complete niche subsets of the broader Ravnica block. Owning a foil version of such a mechanically complex card adds variety to a Magic: The Gathering collection. The split mechanic itself is a notable design choice in the game's history, allowing players to choose between two different effects based on the situation. The combination of the rare foil treatment and the distinctive split card type adds to its long-term collectibility.

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