Checks and Balances
Magic: The Gathering | Unglued - Singles
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| Rarity | U |
| Number | 16 |
| Printed in | Magic: The Gathering | Unglued |
| Available | 9 items |
| From | $0.38 |
| Type | Enchantment |
Format Legality
This card is not legal in any major formats.
| Seller | Condition | Card price | Stock | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
NM | $0.38 | 2 | ||
NM | $0.99 | 2 | ||
MP | $0.99 | 2 | ||
NM | $0.51 | 3 | Unavailable |
About Checks and Balances
Checks and Balances from Unglued is currently available from around $0.30. This panel brings together mana value, rules text, format signals, and set details in one place.
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Cast this spell only if there are three or more players in the game.
Whenever a player casts a spell, each of that player's opponents may discard a card. If they do, counter that spell.
Card Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is Checks and Balances worth?
Checks and Balances is currently shown on Card Synced from about $0.30 for Unglued. This is a live floor on active listings. For MTG singles, foil status and rarity generally have the biggest impact on spread.
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Is Checks and Balances legal in Commander?
Checks and Balances is not legal in Commander. Check the legality table for the full format matrix for this printing.
Is Checks and Balances legal in Modern, Pioneer, or Vintage?
This card can differ across formats. Card Synced shows a live legality snapshot from Oracle and updates it as rulings change. Use the legality table above to confirm full format details before buying.
Is Checks and Balances on the Reserved List?
No. Checks and Balances is not on the Reserved List. That can affect long-term scarcity and collector demand.
What is Checks and Balances in-game text?
In game, Checks and Balances is a Enchantment with text that starts: "Cast this spell only if there are three or more players in the game.".
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