Hydroblast
Mystery Booster 2 165 • common
- Set
- Mystery Booster 2
- Collector number
- 165
- Rarity
- Common
- Mana cost
- blue mana
- Type
- Instant
- Colors
- Blue
- Artist
- Joseph Meehan
- Market price
- $4.65
What it does
Choose one —
• Counter target spell if it's red.
• Destroy target permanent if it's red.
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- PioneerNot legal
- ModernNot legal
- LegacyLegal
- VintageLegal
- CommanderLegal
- PauperLegal
- BrawlNot legal
- HistoricNot legal
- TimelessNot legal
- Penny DreadfulNot legal
- OathbreakerLegal
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Where it came from
Hydroblast was originally introduced in the 1996 Ice Age expansion as a red card that could destroy a permanent or counter a spell of the opposing color, blue. It serves as a classic example of Magic: The Gathering’s historical 'color pie' philosophy, where specific colors were granted specialized tools to interact with their rivals. The design by the original development team emphasized the strategic tension between fire and water, offering red decks a rare defensive utility against blue’s dominance.
This specific printing originates from the Mystery Booster 2 set, a release curated by Wizards of the Coast to celebrate the game's history through a mix of reprints and experimental designs. Featuring the updated frame and modern layout, this version honors the original illustrators' intent while integrating into current play environments. The set was designed for chaos-drafting and discovery, aimed at enthusiasts who appreciate the legacy of cards that have shaped competitive play for decades.
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