Quick Answer

Hinder is a uncommon Instant from 2XM (2XM) costing {1}{U}{U}. Current price: $0.18 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Hinder MTG card

Hinder

Instant

Card Text

Counter target spell. If that spell is countered this way, put that card on your choice of the top or bottom of its owner's library instead of into that player's graveyard.

"Do not react to force in kind. Turn it aside. Direct it to where it can do no harm." —Meloku the Clouded Mirror

Card Stats

uncommon CMC: 3.0 2XM 2XM 🎨 Wayne Reynolds

Market Prices

TCGPlayer
$0.18
Normal
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TCGPlayer
$0.29
Foil
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Card Kingdom
$0.39
Normal
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Card Kingdom
$0.49
Foil
Buy
Cardmarket
€0.19
Normal
Buy
Cardmarket
€0.23
Foil
Buy
Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Predh Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (6 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hinder? Basics

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

Its ability reads: "Counter target spell. If that spell is countered this way, put that card on your choice of the top or bottom of its owner's library instead of into that player's graveyard."

How much mana does Hinder cost to cast? Basics

Hinder has a mana cost of {1}{U}{U}, which equals 3.0 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.

Hinder's mana cost of {1}{U}{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.

Hinder has a mana value of 3.0. 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.

Hinder's current oracle text is: "Counter target spell. If that spell is countered this way, put that card on your choice of the top or bottom of its owner's library instead of into that player's graveyard."

What is the current price of Hinder? Pricing

The current market price for Hinder is approximately $0.18 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $0.29 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.19 EUR.

Where can I buy Hinder? Pricing

You can purchase Hinder 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.

Hinder normal: $0.18 | foil: $0.29

Is Hinder legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Hinder in Standard is not available.

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

Is Hinder legal in Modern? Legality

Hinder is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Hinder legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Hinder 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 Hinder legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Hinder in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Hinder legal in Legacy? Legality

Hinder is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Hinder legal in Vintage? Legality

Hinder 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 Hinder legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Hinder 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 Hinder from? Details

This printing of Hinder is from 2XM (2XM), with collector number 54.

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

What is Hinder's rarity? Details

Hinder is a uncommon card in 2XM.

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

Who illustrated Hinder? Details

Hinder was illustrated by Wayne Reynolds.

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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