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Hindering Light | MTG Deck Rec

Hindering Light

Hindering Light

Instant

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

Legal in Commander
About $0.16

What it does

cantrip
counterspell
protects-permanent

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Art from Hindering Light by Chris Rahn

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