Magic: The Gathering

Counterspell

Amonkhet Invocations 10

Set: Amonkhet Invocations
Collector number: 10
Mana cost: blue mana blue mana
Type: Instant
Colors: Blue
Artist: Chase Stone
Finish: Foil
Market price: $156.14

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Market

What it's worth

$156.14market price via TCGplayer · Oct 7, 2026$148.50 – $156.71 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

This card represents a foundational mechanic that allows a player to negate an opponent's move, serving as a primary tool for interaction and strategy. Its presentation in this specific series transforms a familiar gameplay element into a distinct visual piece, making it a sought-after addition for those who value unique aesthetics in their collection.

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Card face

What it does

Counter target spell.

Formats

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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Provenance

Where it came from

The Counterspell Amonkhet Invocation was released in 2017 as part of a series of ultra-rare, premium-foil cards included in booster packs for the Amonkhet expansion set. These cards were designed to feature iconic spells from Magic: The Gathering history, reimagined with a distinct, hieroglyphic-inspired aesthetic that mimicked the art style of the plane of Amonkhet. This specific treatment was intended to honor the game's long-standing competitive history while providing a high-visibility, luxurious chase card for collectors.

The design was crafted to evoke the mythology of an ancient, desert-dwelling civilization, utilizing a unique frame that diverges from standard card layouts. Illustrators for the series drew upon themes of Egyptian art and mystical iconography, focusing on a cohesive, ornate visual language. While the reception among the player base was mixed due to the card's intentionally stylized, sometimes polarizing typography, it remains a highly sought-after piece of functional art within the secondary market due to its rarity and the foundational importance of the Counterspell card itself.

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About

About Counterspell

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