Riftbound just got a bit more cutthroat. Mystic Reversal is the kind of spell that doesn’t just mess with the game—it messes with your opponent’s head.
This is classic counterplay turned sideways: not denial, not dodge, but straight-up theft. For control decks and reactive mages, Mystic Reversal is shaping up to be a must-include.
Gameplay / Cool Mechanics
For four mana, Mystic Reversal gives you one of the nastiest reaction options in the game so far. It doesn’t cancel an opponent’s spell—it hijacks it. Not only do you gain control of the spell, but you also get to make new choices for it.
That opens up some truly vicious lines: redirecting a buff to your own unit, flipping a damage spell back at its caster, or even converting enemy tempo into your win condition.
Its keyword is Reaction, which means it can be played any time—even before spells and abilities resolve. That timing flexibility makes it dangerous. If you’re holding open 4 mana, your opponent has to second-guess every move.
The fact that it doesn’t specify type (Unit, Spell, Gear, etc.) makes Mystic Reversal especially versatile. As long as it’s a spell, it’s fair game. The ceiling on this is high—and the floor is still a solid tempo swing.
Visuals
The art is exactly what it needs to be: elegant misdirection. A dragon in mid-spiral, its movement implying a full reversal of power.
There’s a subtle ouroboros energy in the circular arc of its body, but the twin heads make it clear—this isn’t a cycle, it’s a takeover. One side loses, the other wins.
The muted background puts full focus on the action. You don’t see the spell being stolen, but you feel it.
Pull Rate & Value Speculation
Mystic Reversal is card 080/298, a standard spell slot with no alt-art variant shown yet. No confirmation on foil distribution or overnumbered editions, but it’s already generating buzz in early decklists.
The nature of the effect means this card will always be relevant in metas with spell-heavy interactions.
Expect Mystic Reversal to spike early in sealed play and hold value as more reactive archetypes emerge. This card won’t fade into sideboards—it’s a core tool in the hands of smart players.
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