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Arcane Denial
SLD · Secret Lair Drop #1545 · Rare · released 2024-02-05
{1}{U}
Instant
Counter target spell. Its controller may draw up to two cards at the beginning of the next turn's upkeep.
You draw a card at the beginning of the next turn's upkeep.
"Spell request not approved. Try again later."
Arcane Denial is a rare blue instant from Secret Lair Drop (2024). It has been printed 25 times across 20 sets, from 1996 to 2026. Recent market prices range from $1.72 to $87.63 depending on printing and finish. It is legal in Legacy, Vintage, Commander, Pauper and Oathbreaker.
USD$16.44
Format legality
Where you can play Arcane Denial in sanctioned and popular formats.
StandardNot legal
PioneerNot legal
ModernNot legal
LegacyLegal
VintageLegal
CommanderLegal
PauperLegal
OathbreakerLegal
HistoricNot legal
BrawlNot legal
Penny DreadfulNot legal
All printings (25)
Prices range from $1.72 to $87.63 across finishes. Cheapest printing: Marvel Super Heroes Commander at $1.72.
| Set | No. | Rarity | Price | Foil |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alliances | 22b | Common | $3.17 | — |
| Alliances | 22a | Common | $3.14 | — |
| Masters Edition | 31 | Common | — | — |
| Commander 2013 | 28 | Common | $2.13 | — |
| Commander 2016 | 83 | Common | $3.68 | — |
| Commander Anthology | 30 | Common | $3.48 | — |
| Masters 25 | 41 | Common | $2.52 | $5.12 |
| The List | CMA-30 | Common | $3.02 | — |
| Commander Legends | 630 | Common | $5.67 | $11.05 |
| Commander Legends | 393 | Common | $2.28 | — |
| Magic Online Promos | 86130 | Common | — | — |
| Crimson Vow Commander | 102 | Common | $2.40 | — |
| Tales of Middle-earth Commander | 184 | Common | $3.88 | — |
| Wilds of Eldraine Commander | 84 | Common | $2.43 | — |
| Secret Lair Drop | 1545★ | Rare | — | $19.24 |
| Secret Lair Drop This page | 1545 | Rare | $16.50 | — |
| Outlaws of Thunder Junction Commander | 89 | Common | $2.24 | — |
| Modern Horizons 3 Commander | 176 | Common | $2.17 | — |
| Duskmourn: House of Horror Commander | 110 | Common | $2.22 | — |
| Aetherdrift Commander | 70 | Common | $1.91 | — |
| The List | OTC-89 | Common | $2.37 | — |
| Final Fantasy Regional Promos | J2 | Rare | $12.95 | $87.63 |
| Secret Lair Drop | 2489 | Rare | $6.99 | $13.46 |
| Secrets of Strixhaven Commander | 187 | Common | $2.02 | — |
| Marvel Super Heroes Commander | 147 | Common | $1.72 | — |
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Rulings
Official rulings from Wizards of the Coast (1).
- 2007-09-16The controller of the countered spell doesn't choose how many cards to draw until the relevant ability resolves. The player may draw 0, 1, or 2 cards. They choose the number before drawing any cards.
Frequently asked questions
Is Arcane Denial legal in Commander?
Yes — Arcane Denial is legal in Commander (EDH).
What formats is Arcane Denial legal in?
Arcane Denial is legal in Legacy, Vintage, Commander, Pauper and Oathbreaker.
How many times has Arcane Denial been printed?
Arcane Denial has been printed 25 times across 20 sets, from 1996 to 2026.
What is the cheapest printing of Arcane Denial?
The cheapest printing is Marvel Super Heroes Commander (#147) at about $1.72.
Who illustrated Arcane Denial?
This printing of Arcane Denial was illustrated by Graham Yarrington.