Quick Answer

Spell Burst is a uncommon Instant from TSP (TSP) costing {X}{U}. Current price: $0.31 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Spell Burst MTG card

Spell Burst

Instant

Card Text

Buyback {3} (You may pay an additional {3} as you cast this spell. If you do, put this card into your hand as it resolves.) Counter target spell with mana value X.

The brutish mage's version of thinking.

Card Stats

uncommon CMC: 1.0 TSP TSP 🎨 Terese Nielsen
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Market Prices

TCGPlayer
$0.31
Normal
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TCGPlayer
$4.21
Foil
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Card Kingdom
$0.39
Normal
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Card Kingdom
$2.99
Foil
Buy
Cardmarket
€0.14
Normal
Buy
Cardmarket
€1.59
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 (2 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Spell Burst? Basics

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

Its ability reads: "Buyback {3} (You may pay an additional {3} as you cast this spell. If you do, put this card into your hand as it resolves.) Counter target spell with mana value X."

How much mana does Spell Burst cost to cast? Basics

Spell Burst 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.

Spell Burst'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.

Spell Burst 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.

Spell Burst's current oracle text is: "Buyback {3} (You may pay an additional {3} as you cast this spell. If you do, put this card into your hand as it resolves.) Counter target spell with mana value X."

What is the current price of Spell Burst? Pricing

The current market price for Spell Burst is approximately $0.31 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $4.21 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.14 EUR.

Where can I buy Spell Burst? Pricing

You can purchase Spell Burst 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.

Spell Burst normal: $0.31 | foil: $4.21

Is Spell Burst legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Spell Burst in Standard is not available.

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

Is Spell Burst legal in Modern? Legality

Spell Burst is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Spell Burst legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Spell Burst 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 Spell Burst legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Spell Burst in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Spell Burst legal in Legacy? Legality

Spell Burst is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Spell Burst legal in Vintage? Legality

Spell Burst 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 Spell Burst legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Spell Burst 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 Spell Burst from? Details

This printing of Spell Burst is from TSP (TSP), with collector number 79.

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

What is Spell Burst's rarity? Details

Spell Burst is a uncommon card in TSP.

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

Who illustrated Spell Burst? Details

Spell Burst was illustrated by Terese Nielsen.

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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