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Temporal Extortion
PLC · Planar Chaos #81 · Rare · released 2007-02-02
{B}{B}{B}{B}
Sorcery
When you cast this spell, any player may pay half their life, rounded up. If a player does, counter Temporal Extortion.
Take an extra turn after this one.
"The scythe of time or my blade at your throat—the choice is yours."
—Holux, stronghold racketeer
Temporal Extortion is a rare black sorcery from Planar Chaos (2007). It has been printed 2 times across 2 sets, from 2007 to 2025. Recent market prices range from $20.53 to $69.49 depending on printing and finish. It is legal in Modern, Legacy, Vintage, Commander, Oathbreaker and Penny Dreadful.
USD$24.63
USD Foil$70.28
Format legality
Where you can play Temporal Extortion in sanctioned and popular formats.
StandardNot legal
PioneerNot legal
ModernLegal
LegacyLegal
VintageLegal
CommanderLegal
PauperNot legal
OathbreakerLegal
HistoricNot legal
BrawlNot legal
Penny DreadfulLegal
All printings (2)
Prices range from $20.53 to $69.49 across finishes. Cheapest printing: Secret Lair Drop at $20.53.
| Set | No. | Rarity | Price | Foil |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Planar Chaos This page | 81 | Rare | $27.65 | $69.49 |
| Secret Lair Drop | 1859 | Rare | $20.53 | — |
More from Planar Chaos
Rulings
Official rulings from Wizards of the Coast (2).
- 2007-02-01As the triggered ability resolves, the active player gets the option to perform the action. If that player declines, the next player in turn order gets the option. As soon as any player performs the action, the spell is countered, but the remaining players still get the option. If all players decline, the spell remains on the stack.
- 2007-02-01When this spell is cast, its “when you cast” ability triggers and goes on the stack on top of it.
Frequently asked questions
Is Temporal Extortion legal in Commander?
Yes — Temporal Extortion is legal in Commander (EDH).
What formats is Temporal Extortion legal in?
Temporal Extortion is legal in Modern, Legacy, Vintage, Commander, Oathbreaker and Penny Dreadful.
How many times has Temporal Extortion been printed?
Temporal Extortion has been printed 2 times across 2 sets, from 2007 to 2025.
What is the cheapest printing of Temporal Extortion?
The cheapest printing is Secret Lair Drop (#1859) at about $20.53.
Who illustrated Temporal Extortion?
This printing of Temporal Extortion was illustrated by Steven Belledin.