Gainsay
| Name | Gainsay |
|---|---|
| Type | Instant |
| Description | Counter target blue spell. |
| Flavor | "I'd be happy to stop contradicting you, Urza, just as soon as you start being right." —Bo Levar, planeswalker |
| Artist | Clint Cearley |
| Set | Theros #49 |
| Wallpaper |  download |
| Image |  download |
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About Gainsay
Gainsay, Instant, designed by Roger Raupp first released in Feb, 2001 in the set Planeshift and was printed exactly in 4 different ways. It's currently being selled by the minimum price of C$ 0.49.
This card, Gainsay, would be a valuable addition to a control deck in Magic: the Gathering, particularly in matchups against blue-heavy decks where countering spells is crucial. While Gainsay is effective at countering blue spells, it may not be as versatile as other options like Negate or Mana Leak, which can counter spells of any color or type. However, in a meta dominated by blue spells, Gainsay could certainly see play as a sideboard option to gain a strategic advantage.
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Sign in and join the conversationFrequently asked questions about Gainsay
What type of card is Gainsay?
Gainsay is a Instant card in Magic: the Gathering MTG.
What does Gainsay do?
Counter target blue spell.
How much does Gainsay cost?
Gainsay currently starts at C$ 0.49. See live prices from multiple sellers in the Where to buy section above.
What set is Gainsay from?
Gainsay was first released in the set Planeshift, illustrated by Roger Raupp.
Is Gainsay legal to play?
Legality depends on the tournament format -- Gainsay can be legal in some formats and banned or restricted in others. See the full breakdown per format in the Legality section above.
What cards are similar to Gainsay?
Cards similar to Gainsay include Counterspell, Guttural Response, Cancel. See the full list in the Similar cards section above.
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