CR / RELEASE 2026-07-24
Rule 425.1
Countering is the act of negating the execution, activation, or otherwise playing of a card or ability by a player.
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425.1.aA card or ability that is Countered does nothing and is cleared from the chain.425.1.bA card that is Countered is not considered to have been played for abilities that trigger on cards being played.425.1.cCountering does not refund any costs paid to play a card, activate an ability, or trigger an ability.