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Mystic Genesis
GTC · Gatecrash #180 · Rare · released 2013-02-01
{2}{G}{U}{U}
Instant
Counter target spell. Create an X/X green Ooze creature token, where X is that spell's mana value.
"The Simic can grow anything out of a puddle of sludge. I just hope they never join forces with the Golgari."
—Teysa Karlov, Grand Envoy of Orzhov
Mystic Genesis is a rare green-blue instant from Gatecrash (2013). It has been printed 2 times across 2 sets, from 2013 to 2017. Recent market prices range from $0.18 to $0.64 depending on printing and finish. It is legal in Pioneer, Modern, Legacy, Vintage, Commander, Oathbreaker and Penny Dreadful.
USD$0.20
USD Foil$0.64
Format legality
Where you can play Mystic Genesis in sanctioned and popular formats.
StandardNot legal
PioneerLegal
ModernLegal
LegacyLegal
VintageLegal
CommanderLegal
PauperNot legal
OathbreakerLegal
HistoricNot legal
BrawlNot legal
Penny DreadfulLegal
All printings (2)
Prices range from $0.18 to $0.64 across finishes. Cheapest printing: Modern Masters 2017 at $0.18.
| Set | No. | Rarity | Price | Foil |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gatecrash This page | 180 | Rare | $0.20 | $0.64 |
| Modern Masters 2017 | 174 | Uncommon | $0.18 | $0.33 |
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Rulings
Official rulings from Wizards of the Coast (2).
- 2017-03-14If the target spell is an illegal target when Mystic Genesis tries to resolve, Mystic Genesis won’t resolve and none of its effects will happen. You won’t get an Ooze token.
- 2017-03-14You may target a spell that can’t be countered. When Mystic Genesis resolves, the target spell will be unaffected, but you’ll still get an Ooze token.
Frequently asked questions
Is Mystic Genesis legal in Commander?
Yes — Mystic Genesis is legal in Commander (EDH).
What formats is Mystic Genesis legal in?
Mystic Genesis is legal in Pioneer, Modern, Legacy, Vintage, Commander, Oathbreaker and Penny Dreadful.
How many times has Mystic Genesis been printed?
Mystic Genesis has been printed 2 times across 2 sets, from 2013 to 2017.
What is the cheapest printing of Mystic Genesis?
The cheapest printing is Modern Masters 2017 (#174) at about $0.18.
Who illustrated Mystic Genesis?
This printing of Mystic Genesis was illustrated by Mike Bierek.