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Hindering Light — Shards of Alara Magic: The Gathering card

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Shards of Alara

Hindering Light

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#173 All printings

Common Multicolor

Counter target spell that targets you or a permanent you control.

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Centuries of careful practice have elevated the casting of protective spells to an art form. What little offensive magic remains on Bant stands little chance of breaching them.

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$0.30 – $1.70

Nonfoil $0.30 Foil $1.70 Cardmarket €0.28

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