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Veil of Summer
SOA · Secrets of Strixhaven Mystical Archive #190 · Rare · released 2026-04-24
{G}
Instant
Draw a card if an opponent has cast a blue or black spell this turn. Spells you control can't be countered this turn. You and permanents you control gain hexproof from blue and from black until end of turn. (You and they can't be the targets of blue or black spells or abilities your opponents control.)
Veil of Summer is a rare green instant from Secrets of Strixhaven Mystical Archive (2026). It has been printed 8 times across 5 sets, from 2019 to 2026. Recent market prices range from $2.70 to $69.65 depending on printing and finish. It is legal in Modern, Legacy, Vintage, Commander, Oathbreaker and Brawl.
USD Foil$68.22
Format legality
Where you can play Veil of Summer in sanctioned and popular formats.
StandardNot legal
PioneerBanned
ModernLegal
LegacyLegal
VintageLegal
CommanderLegal
PauperNot legal
OathbreakerLegal
HistoricBanned
BrawlLegal
Penny DreadfulNot legal
All printings (8)
Prices range from $2.70 to $69.65 across finishes. Cheapest printing: Mystery Booster 2 at $2.70.
| Set | No. | Rarity | Price | Foil |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Core Set 2020 | 198 | Uncommon | $4.59 | $25.64 |
| The List | M20-198 | Uncommon | $5.54 | — |
| Secret Lair Drop | 1024 | Rare | $12.62 | $24.04 |
| Mystery Booster 2 | 75 | Uncommon | $2.70 | — |
| Secrets of Strixhaven Mystical Archive This page | 190 | Rare | — | $69.65 |
| Secrets of Strixhaven Mystical Archive | 125 | Rare | $8.12 | — |
| Secrets of Strixhaven Mystical Archive | 60 | Rare | $3.86 | $6.80 |
| Secret Lair Drop | 2348 | Rare | $16.00 | $16.23 |
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Rulings
Official rulings from Wizards of the Coast (3).
- 2019-07-12If your opponents have cast more than one blue or black spell, you still draw only one card as Veil of Summer resolves.
- 2019-07-12Veil of Summer has no effect until it resolves. It can be countered.
- 2019-07-12A spell or ability that counters spells can still target your spells after Veil of Summer resolves. When that spell or ability resolves, your spell won't be countered, but any additional effects of the countering spell or ability will still happen.
Frequently asked questions
Is Veil of Summer legal in Commander?
Yes — Veil of Summer is legal in Commander (EDH).
What formats is Veil of Summer legal in?
Veil of Summer is legal in Modern, Legacy, Vintage, Commander, Oathbreaker and Brawl.
How many times has Veil of Summer been printed?
Veil of Summer has been printed 8 times across 5 sets, from 2019 to 2026.
What is the cheapest printing of Veil of Summer?
The cheapest printing is Mystery Booster 2 (#75) at about $2.70.
Who illustrated Veil of Summer?
This printing of Veil of Summer was illustrated by Ryanroro.