MScore: 9.9/10

Pyroblast

{R}

Instantcommon

Choose one —

• Counter target spell if it's blue.

• Destroy target permanent if it's blue.

"Just the thing for those pesky water mages." —Jaya Ballard, Task Mage

Illustrated by Kaja Foglio · Pro Tour Collector Set · #mj213sb

Rulings for Pyroblast

2016-06-08
Pyroblast can target any spell or permanent, not just a blue one. It checks the color of the target only on resolution.

2004-10-04
The decision to counter a spell or destroy a permanent is a decision made on announcement before the target is selected. If the spell is redirected, this mode can't be changed, so only targets of the selected type are valid.

All Printings

Mystery Booster 2#1982024common Wizards Play Network 2023#82023rare Signature Spellbook: Chandra#52020rare Magic Online Promos#699812018common Eternal Masters#1422016uncommon Magic Online Theme Decks

Format Legality

Duellegal

Brawlnot legal

Pennynot legal

Predhlegal

Futurenot legal

Legacylegal

Modernnot legal

Pauperlegal

Alchemynot legal

Pioneernot legal

Vintagelegal

Historicnot legal

Standardnot legal

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