Magic: The Gathering

Decisive Denial

Breaking News 42 • uncommon

Set: Breaking News
Collector number: 42
Rarity: Uncommon
Mana cost: GU
Type: Instant
Colors: Green · Blue
Artist: Mark A. Nelson
Market price: $0.32

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$0.32market price via TCGplayer · Aug 5, 2026$0.18 – $0.33 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

As an uncommon instant from the Breaking News subset, Decisive Denial reflects a mechanical evolution in reactive gameplay by offering players flexible counterspell utility. Its inclusion in this set is particularly noted for the striking illustration by Mark A. Nelson, whose distinct aesthetic makes this card a grounded, visually compelling piece for any collection focused on thematic artistry.

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What it does

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• Target creature you control fights target creature you don't control. (Each deals damage equal to its power to the other.)

• Counter target noncreature spell unless its controller pays 3.

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