Essence Backlash
| Name | Essence Backlash |
|---|---|
| Type | Instant |
| Description | Counter target creature spell. Essence Backlash deals damage equal to that spell's power to its controller. |
| Flavor | « Les autres guildes vont apprendre à leurs dépens à ne pas se mêler de nos enquêtes. » —Bori Andon, chercheur de déflagration Izzet |
| Artist | Jung Park |
| Set | Return to Ravnica #160 |
| Wallpaper |  download |
| Image |  download |
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About Essence Backlash
Essence Backlash, Instant, designed by Jung Park first released in Oct, 2012 in the set Return to Ravnica. It's currently being selled by the minimum price of 2.36.
Essence Backlash would be a strong inclusion in a control deck that focuses on disrupting the opponent's creature-based strategies while also dealing direct damage to their life total. While it can be a powerful tempo swing, other cards like Mana Leak or Force of Will may offer more versatility and efficiency in countering spells, depending on the deck's strategy and format. However, Essence Backlash could still see play in specific metagames where creature-heavy strategies are prevalent.
Rules
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Abilities that change the power of a creature (such as the one of Collective Blessing) affect only creatures on the battlefield. They won’t change a creature spell’s power on the stack.
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Essence Backlash can target a creature spell that can’t be countered. If Essence Backlash resolves, it won’t counter the spell but it will still deal damage.
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What type of card is Essence Backlash?
Essence Backlash is a Instant card in CCG CCG.
What does Essence Backlash do?
Counter target creature spell. Essence Backlash deals damage equal to that spell's power to its controller.
How much does Essence Backlash cost?
Essence Backlash currently starts at 2.36. See live prices from multiple sellers in the Where to buy section above.
What set is Essence Backlash from?
Essence Backlash was first released in the set Return to Ravnica, illustrated by Jung Park.
Is Essence Backlash legal to play?
Legality depends on the tournament format -- Essence Backlash 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 Essence Backlash?
Cards similar to Essence Backlash include Hunter's Edge, Soul's Fire, Tail Slash. See the full list in the Similar cards section above.
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