Quick Answer

Clash of Wills is a rare Instant from F16 (F16) costing {X}{U}. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Clash of Wills MTG card

Clash of Wills

Instant

Card Text

Counter target spell unless its controller pays {X}.

"The mind of an Eldrazi is a puzzle that can never be solved. The trick is to make sure a piece goes missing." —Jace Beleren

Card Stats

rare CMC: 1.0 F16 F16 🎨 Anna Steinbauer

Market Prices

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$0.30
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$0.49
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â‚Ŧ0.15
Normal
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â‚Ŧ0.16
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Pioneer Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (3 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Clash of Wills? Basics

Clash of Wills is a Instant card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Counter target spell unless its controller pays {X}."

How much mana does Clash of Wills cost to cast? Basics

Clash of Wills has a mana cost of {X}{U}, which equals 1.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires U mana to cast.

What does mana cost mean in Magic: The Gathering? Basics

Mana cost is the amount and type of mana required to cast a spell in Magic: The Gathering.

Clash of Wills's mana cost of {X}{U} means you need to pay that much mana from your lands or other sources.

Colored symbols (W=White, U=Blue, B=Black, R=Red, G=Green) must be paid with that specific color, while numbers can be paid with any color.

What is converted mana cost (CMC) or mana value? Basics

Converted mana cost (now officially called "mana value") is the total amount of mana in a card's mana cost, regardless of color.

Clash of Wills has a mana value of 1.0. This is important for effects that care about a spell's total cost, like cascade or cards that say "mana value 3 or less."

What is oracle text? Basics

Oracle text is the official, current rules text for a Magic card as maintained by Wizards of the Coast. It supersedes any printed text on older cards.

Clash of Wills's current oracle text is: "Counter target spell unless its controller pays {X}."

What is the current price of Clash of Wills? Pricing

Price data for Clash of Wills is currently unavailable. Check TCGPlayer or Card Kingdom for current prices.

Where can I buy Clash of Wills? Pricing

You can purchase Clash of Wills from major MTG retailers including:

Prices vary by condition and printing. Check multiple sellers to find the best price.

What is the difference between normal and foil cards? Pricing

Foil cards have a shiny, holographic finish that makes them more collectible. They are functionally identical to normal cards but typically cost more due to their rarity and visual appeal.

Is Clash of Wills legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Clash of Wills in Standard is not available.

Standard is a rotating format that only allows cards from the most recent sets.

Is Clash of Wills legal in Modern? Legality

Clash of Wills is Legal in Modern format.

Modern includes all cards printed in a standard-legal set from 8th Edition forward.

Is Clash of Wills legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Clash of Wills is Legal in Commander (EDH) format.

Commander is a casual multiplayer format where you build a 100-card singleton deck around a legendary creature.

Is Clash of Wills legal in Pioneer? Legality

Clash of Wills is Legal in Pioneer format.

Pioneer is a non-rotating format that includes all standard-legal sets from Return to Ravnica forward.

Is Clash of Wills legal in Legacy? Legality

Clash of Wills is Legal in Legacy format.

Legacy allows almost all cards ever printed, with a substantial ban list for balance.

Is Clash of Wills legal in Vintage? Legality

Clash of Wills is Legal in Vintage format.

Vintage is the most permissive format, allowing almost all cards with only a minimal ban list. Some powerful cards are "Restricted" (limited to 1 copy).

Is Clash of Wills legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Clash of Wills in Pauper is not available.

Pauper only allows cards that have been printed at common rarity in a paper or online set.

What is format legality in MTG? Legality

Format legality indicates which official MTG formats allow a card to be played:

  • Legal: Card is allowed in the format
  • Banned: Card is prohibited from play
  • Restricted: Limited to 1 copy (Vintage only)
  • Not Legal: Card was never part of that format's card pool

Different formats have different banned lists based on power level and game balance.

What set is Clash of Wills from? Details

This printing of Clash of Wills is from F16 (F16), with collector number 2.

Clash of Wills may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Clash of Wills's rarity? Details

Clash of Wills is a rare card in F16.

Card rarity affects both availability and price. From rarest to most common: Mythic Rare → Rare → Uncommon → Common.

Who illustrated Clash of Wills? Details

Clash of Wills was illustrated by Anna Steinbauer.

Magic: The Gathering features artwork from hundreds of talented artists, and many cards have been reprinted with new art over the years.

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