Counterspell
Counterspell is a Common Instant from Mystery Booster 2 (158) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost {U}{U}. Color identity: U. Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $31.42 for ungraded copies.
Who is this card for?
Counterspell suits collectors and players working on Mystery Booster 2 who need the Common slot. Treat $31.42 as a starting reference only — verify finish, border treatment, and condition before paying premium singles prices.
What is Counterspell from Mystery Booster 2?
Counterspell is a Instant in Mystery Booster 2 numbered 158. Mana cost {U}{U}. Color identity: U. Counterspell (158) is a chase-tier Common Instant in Mystery Booster 2. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes. This printing is from Mystery Booster 2.
What is Counterspell worth today?
Cactaur tracks a market reference near $31.42 for Counterspell. Low and high spread runs $31.42 to null. Per-finish references: cardmarket: $3.19; foil: $31.42; Normal: $2.69. This printing is from Mystery Booster 2. Collector number 158 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
| Set | Mystery Booster 2 |
|---|---|
| Number | 158 |
| Rarity | Common |
| TCGPlayer USD | $31.42 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €3.19 |
| cardmarket | $3.19 |
| foil | $31.42 |
| Normal | $2.69 |
Card stats
| Colors | U |
|---|
How collectible is Counterspell?
Counterspell is a Common printing in Mystery Booster 2. Chase-tier slots combine scarcity, art, and format demand — prices move with reprint news and tournament results. This printing is from Mystery Booster 2. Collector number 158 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What are the key details for Counterspell?
Counterspell lists as Instant. Artist: Gao Yan. Rules text is indexed in the catalog for search and deck research. This printing is from Mystery Booster 2. Collector number 158 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Common. The set released in 2024.
Cactaur's take
Counterspell (158) is a chase-tier Common Instant in Mystery Booster 2. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes.
Pros
- Counterspell is catalogued as Common Instant in Mystery Booster 2, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a reference near $31.42 across finishes (cardmarket: $3.19; foil: $31.42; Normal: $2.69).
- Mana cost {U}{U} and type line Instant help deck builders confirm the correct printing quickly.
Cons
- Raw market prices vary by condition and finish — near-mint estimates are not slab grades.
Verdict: Use $31.42 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
What is Counterspell from Mystery Booster 2?
Counterspell is a Common Instant from Mystery Booster 2 numbered 158 in Magic: The Gathering. Cactaur indexes set, rarity, mana cost, and market references for this printing.
How much is Counterspell worth?
Cactaur's catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $31.42 for ungraded Counterspell. Condition, finish, and recent sold comps can move realized prices above or below that benchmark.
What rarity is Counterspell?
Counterspell is catalogued as Common in Mystery Booster 2. Use the collector number and set symbol on listings to confirm you are buying this exact printing.
Is Counterspell legal in Commander or Standard?
Counterspell shows format legality in historic, timeless, gladiator, modern based on our latest ingest. Always verify the exact printing and ban-list updates before registering a deck for an event.
Why does Counterspell trade at a premium?
Counterspell combines Common scarcity with art, finish, and format demand. Chase slots often move on reprint rumors, tournament results, and condition-sensitive buyer interest. This printing is from Mystery Booster 2.
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