The details of the 2016 Eldritch Moon Magic: The Gathering card Turn Aside, card number 78. A classic {U} Instant designed to protect your permanents.
Turn Aside
2016 • Magic: The Gathering • Eldritch Moon
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Within this set, the card Turn Aside (number 78) serves as a fundamental blue Instant. Designed by artist Jaime Jones, this common card costs a single blue mana to cast, making it an accessible option for many deck strategies. Turn Aside provides a specific defensive interaction by countering a spell that targets a permanent you control. This ability allows players to disrupt opponent's attacks against their creatures or enchantments without destroying the spell entirely. Such targeted protection is a staple in blue mana pools, offering strategic flexibility during gameplay. Collectors value this card for its role in the Eldritch Moon narrative and its utility in Commander and casual formats. The card's straightforward mechanics and iconic blue border make it a recognizable piece for fans of the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. Whether you are building a thematic deck or simply appreciating the design, Turn Aside represents a key moment in the set's release history.
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Card Details
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Featured
Turn Aside
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Jaime Jones
Card Stock
English
{U}
Instant
U
Card Text
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Counter target spell that targets a permanent you control.
"There are tides beyond those in the sea that are driven by Innistrad's silver moon. If you learn their patterns, you can channel them in fascinating ways." —Tamiyo