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Counterspell
TMP · Tempest #57 · Common · released 1997-10-14
{U}{U}
Instant
Counter target spell.
"It was probably a lousy spell in the first place."
—Ertai, wizard adept
Counterspell is a common blue instant from Tempest (1997). It has been printed 88 times across 59 sets, from 1993 to 2026. Recent market prices range from $1.33 to $919.92 depending on printing and finish. It is legal in Modern, Legacy, Vintage, Commander, Pauper, Oathbreaker, Historic and Brawl.
USD$3.86
Format legality
Where you can play Counterspell in sanctioned and popular formats.
StandardNot legal
PioneerNot legal
ModernLegal
LegacyLegal
VintageLegal
CommanderLegal
PauperLegal
OathbreakerLegal
HistoricLegal
BrawlLegal
Penny DreadfulNot legal
All printings (88)
Prices range from $1.33 to $919.92 across finishes. Cheapest printing: World Championship Decks 2000 at $1.33.
+ 48 more printings not shown.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Counterspell legal in Commander?
Yes — Counterspell is legal in Commander (EDH).
What formats is Counterspell legal in?
Counterspell is legal in Modern, Legacy, Vintage, Commander, Pauper, Oathbreaker, Historic and Brawl.
How many times has Counterspell been printed?
Counterspell has been printed 88 times across 59 sets, from 1993 to 2026.
What is the cheapest printing of Counterspell?
The cheapest printing is World Championship Decks 2000 (#tvdl61b) at about $1.33.
Who illustrated Counterspell?
This printing of Counterspell was illustrated by Stephen Daniele.