Hindering Light — Shards of Alara #173 (Magic: The Gathering)

Hindering Light

Shards of Alara · #173 · common

Instant

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Card text

As printed · card data from Scryfall

Counter target spell that targets you or a permanent you control. Draw a card.

Centuries of careful practice have elevated the casting of protective spells to an art form. What little offensive magic remains on Bant stands little chance of breaching them.

Details

Mana cost
{W}{U}mana value 2
Color identity
BlueWhite
Set type
Expansion
Finishes
  • Nonfoil
  • Foil
EDHREC rank
#5,542

Format legality

  • StandardNot legal
  • PioneerNot legal
  • ModernLegal
  • LegacyLegal
  • VintageLegal
  • CommanderLegal
  • PauperLegal

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