Quick Answer

Decision Paralysis is a common Instant from AKH (AKH) costing {3}{U}. Current price: $0.08 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Decision Paralysis MTG card

Decision Paralysis

Instant

Card Text

Tap up to two target creatures. Those creatures don't untap during their controller's next untap step.

"Eyes see only what is possible. A trained mind can explore the impossible." —Kefnet, god of knowledge

Card Stats

common CMC: 4.0 AKH AKH 🎨 Vincent Proce

Market Prices

TCGPlayer
$0.08
Normal
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TCGPlayer
$0.17
Foil
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Card Kingdom
$0.35
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Card Kingdom
$0.49
Foil
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Cardmarket
€0.04
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Cardmarket
€0.19
Foil
Buy
Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Pauper Legal
Paupercommander Legal
Penny Legal
Pioneer Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (3 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Decision Paralysis? Basics

Decision Paralysis is a Instant card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Tap up to two target creatures. Those creatures don't untap during their controller's next untap step."

How much mana does Decision Paralysis cost to cast? Basics

Decision Paralysis has a mana cost of {3}{U}, which equals 4.0 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.

Decision Paralysis's mana cost of {3}{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.

Decision Paralysis has a mana value of 4.0. 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.

Decision Paralysis's current oracle text is: "Tap up to two target creatures. Those creatures don't untap during their controller's next untap step."

What is the current price of Decision Paralysis? Pricing

The current market price for Decision Paralysis is approximately $0.08 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $0.17 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.04 EUR.

Where can I buy Decision Paralysis? Pricing

You can purchase Decision Paralysis 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.

Decision Paralysis normal: $0.08 | foil: $0.17

Is Decision Paralysis legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Decision Paralysis in Standard is not available.

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

Is Decision Paralysis legal in Modern? Legality

Decision Paralysis is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Decision Paralysis legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Decision Paralysis 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 Decision Paralysis legal in Pioneer? Legality

Decision Paralysis is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Decision Paralysis legal in Legacy? Legality

Decision Paralysis is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Decision Paralysis legal in Vintage? Legality

Decision Paralysis 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 Decision Paralysis legal in Pauper? Legality

Decision Paralysis is Legal in Pauper format.

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 Decision Paralysis from? Details

This printing of Decision Paralysis is from AKH (AKH), with collector number 50.

Decision Paralysis may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Decision Paralysis's rarity? Details

Decision Paralysis is a common card in AKH.

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

Who illustrated Decision Paralysis? Details

Decision Paralysis was illustrated by Vincent Proce.

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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