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Absorb
SCD · Starter Commander Decks #216 · Rare · released 2022-12-02
{W}{U}{U}
Instant
Counter target spell. You gain 3 life.
"Your presumption is your downfall."
Absorb is a rare blue-white instant from Starter Commander Decks (2022). It has been printed 8 times across 5 sets, from 2000 to 2023. Recent market prices range from $0.31 to $76.63 depending on printing and finish. It is legal in Pioneer, Modern, Legacy, Vintage, Commander, Oathbreaker, Historic, Brawl and Penny Dreadful.
USD$0.34
Format legality
Where you can play Absorb in sanctioned and popular formats.
StandardNot legal
PioneerLegal
ModernLegal
LegacyLegal
VintageLegal
CommanderLegal
PauperNot legal
OathbreakerLegal
HistoricLegal
BrawlLegal
Penny DreadfulLegal
All printings (8)
Prices range from $0.31 to $76.63 across finishes. Cheapest printing: Starter Commander Decks at $0.31.
| Set | No. | Rarity | Price | Foil |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Invasion | 226 | Rare | $4.83 | $76.63 |
| Ravnica Allegiance Promos | 151s | Rare | — | $0.72 |
| Ravnica Allegiance Promos | 151p | Rare | $0.66 | $0.75 |
| Ravnica Allegiance | 151 | Rare | $0.35 | $0.55 |
| Starter Commander Decks This page | 216 | Rare | $0.31 | — |
| Dominaria Remastered | 443 | Rare | $0.41 | $0.57 |
| Dominaria Remastered | 354 | Rare | $0.39 | $0.64 |
| Dominaria Remastered | 186 | Rare | $0.40 | $0.47 |
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Rulings
Official rulings from Wizards of the Coast (1).
- 2022-12-08A spell that can't be countered is a legal target for Absorb. The spell won't be countered when Absorb resolves, but you'll still gain 3 life.
Frequently asked questions
Is Absorb legal in Commander?
Yes — Absorb is legal in Commander (EDH).
What formats is Absorb legal in?
Absorb is legal in Pioneer, Modern, Legacy, Vintage, Commander, Oathbreaker, Historic, Brawl and Penny Dreadful.
How many times has Absorb been printed?
Absorb has been printed 8 times across 5 sets, from 2000 to 2023.
What is the cheapest printing of Absorb?
The cheapest printing is Starter Commander Decks (#216) at about $0.31.
Who illustrated Absorb?
This printing of Absorb was illustrated by Andrew Goldhawk.