Disdainful Stroke
Commander Anthology Volume II 40 • common
- Set
- Commander Anthology Volume II
- Collector number
- 40
- Rarity
- Common
- Mana cost
- 1 generic mana blue mana
- Type
- Instant
- Colors
- Blue
- Artist
- Svetlin Velinov
- Market price
- $0.30
What it does
Counter target spell with mana value 4 or greater.
"You are beneath contempt. Your lineage will be forgotten."
Where you can play it
- StandardLegal
- PioneerLegal
- ModernLegal
- LegacyLegal
- VintageLegal
- CommanderLegal
- PauperLegal
- BrawlLegal
- HistoricLegal
- TimelessLegal
- Penny DreadfulLegal
- OathbreakerLegal
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Where it came from
Disdainful Stroke was originally introduced in the Khans of Tarkir expansion in 2014, designed to provide blue decks with a versatile, low-cost answer to high-mana threats. Within the lore of the set, the card reflects the tactical, swift responses favored by the Sultai Brood, a faction known for their mastery of dark arts and strategic manipulation.
The version from Commander Anthology Volume II, illustrated by Svetlin Velinov, maintains the functional identity of the card while serving as a functional reprint for the multiplayer Commander format. Velinov, a long-time contributor to the game, focuses on dynamic lighting and evocative posture to capture the essence of a powerful, dismissive counter-magic spell that leaves opponents unable to resolve their most impactful plays.
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