Counterspell
Modern Horizons 2 308 • rare
- Set
- Modern Horizons 2
- Collector number
- 308
- Rarity
- Rare
- Mana cost
- blue mana blue mana
- Type
- Instant
- Colors
- Blue
- Artist
- Ryan Yee
- Market price
- $6.16
What it does
Counter target spell.
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- PioneerNot legal
- ModernLegal
- LegacyLegal
- VintageLegal
- CommanderLegal
- PauperLegal
- BrawlLegal
- HistoricLegal
- TimelessLegal
- Penny DreadfulNot legal
- OathbreakerLegal
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Where it came from
Counterspell was originally introduced in the Limited Edition Alpha set of Magic: The Gathering in 1993, quickly becoming the definitive blue instant for neutralizing opponent threats. By the time it was included in Modern Horizons 2 in 2021, it had been absent from the Modern format for years, making its inclusion a significant event for players seeking to stabilize the power level of the format. The card serves as a foundational piece of game balance, representing the core identity of blue magic through its simple, two-mana efficiency.
This particular printing features artwork by Donato Giancola, who reimagined the classic spell with a high-fantasy aesthetic that emphasizes the magical tension between opposing forces. Giancola's design choice moves away from the more literal interpretations found in earlier editions, opting for an evocative, painterly style that captures the essence of arcane negation. The reception was overwhelmingly positive among players and collectors, who praised the card for both its mechanical utility and the sophisticated visual upgrade provided for a staple piece of gaming history.
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