What is Spell Blast in Magic: The Gathering?

Spell Blast is an Instant card from the 1993 Unlimited Edition (2ED) set. It costs {X}{U} to cast and allows the player to counter a target spell with mana value X.

Who illustrated the Unlimited Edition Spell Blast card?

The artwork for the 1993 Unlimited Edition Spell Blast card was created by Brian Snõddy.

Why is the 1993 Unlimited Edition important for collectors?

The 1993 Unlimited Edition is the second printing of the original Magic: The Gathering set. It is highly sought after by collectors for its historical significance and role in establishing the game's core identity.

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The 1993 Unlimited Edition Spell Blast card is a classic Instant from the foundational Magic: The Gathering 2ED set, offering collectors a key piece of TCG history.

Spell Blast

1993 • Magic: The Gathering • Unlimited Edition

1993 Magic: The Gathering Unlimited Edition

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Raw/Ungraded Market: $0.73

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Condition	Value	Source	Trend	Price Details
	$0.73Oct 10, 2026	Guide Estimate	0%
Based on TCGplayer Market (reference) Estimate: $0.73, based on Guide Estimate. Source date not availableCaptured Oct 10, 2026 Guide Estimate: $0.73. Evidence date not available. Few comparable observations are available, so this estimate may be less reliable. Over the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $0.73 to $0.73 across 2 capture days. Change between Sep 19, 2026 and Oct 10, 2026: 0%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts.

$0.73Oct 10, 2026
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Based on TCGplayer Market (reference)
Estimate: $0.73, based on Guide Estimate.
Source date not availableCaptured Oct 10, 2026
Guide Estimate: $0.73. Evidence date not available.
Few comparable observations are available, so this estimate may be less reliable.
Over the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $0.73 to $0.73 across 2 capture days. Change between Sep 19, 2026 and Oct 10, 2026: 0%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts.

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TCGplayer Market (reference) · Guide Estimate evidence · captured Oct 10, 2026

Each point is the last stored observation that day for this printing, condition, grader, autograph status and source. Gaps mean no observation; guide estimates and asking prices are not completed sales.

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Description

Released in 1993 as part of the Unlimited Edition, Spell Blast serves as a foundational Instant within the Magic: The Gathering 2ED set. This card, identified by card number 80, features a mana cost of {X}{U} and allows the player to counter a target spell with mana value X. Designed by Brian Snõddy, the card represents the early strategic depth of the game, where blue mana manipulation played a critical role in gameplay dynamics. For collectors, this piece of Magic: The Gathering history offers a tangible link to the franchise's origins. The 1993 release established many of the core mechanics that define the TCG today. Completing the Unlimited Edition set requires securing every numbered card, making Spell Blast a necessary component for dedicated builders. Its straightforward mechanics and iconic status make it a staple for those interested in the evolution of trading card games. Collectors often seek out cards from this era to appreciate the design evolution and the strategic simplicity of early Magic: The Gathering expansions. Whether for personal collection, historical appreciation, or completing a set, this card remains a significant identifier of the 1993 Unlimited Edition era.

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