Refraction Trap
Instant — Trap · Uncommon
Refraction Trap is currently worth about $0.04 for its most affordable printing, tracked daily across Scryfall, TCGplayer, and Card Kingdom.
If an opponent cast a red instant or sorcery spell this turn, you may pay W rather than pay this spell's mana cost. Prevent the next 3 damage that a source of your choice would deal to you and/or permanents you control this turn. If damage is prevented this way, Refraction Trap deals that much damage to any target.
Format legality
Card facts
- Mana value
- 4
- Color identity
- W
- Type line
- Instant — Trap
- Rarity
- Uncommon
- First printed
- 2010
- Artist
- Zoltan Boros & Gabor Szikszai
Playability
#29064 most-played card on EDHREC — Niche pick
Popularity data from EDHREC
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Prices by printing
Latest tracked estimates. Updated daily.
| Set | No. | Rarity | Nonfoil | Foil |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Worldwake | 17 | Uncommon | $0.04 | $0.21 |
Price intelligence
Worldwake #17 — every source we track. The spread between retailers is where the deals live.
All sources
| Source | foil | nonfoil | As of |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scryfall estimate | $0.21 | $0.04 | 2026-07-28 |
Price trend · 90 days
nonfoil
$0.04 – $0.04 · Scryfall estimate
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Frequently asked
How much is Refraction Trap worth?
Refraction Trap is currently worth about $0.04 for its most affordable printing, based on live market estimates tracked daily on RareWell. Copies range from $0.04 to $0.21 across printings and finishes.
Which sets was Refraction Trap printed in?
Refraction Trap has been printed in 1 set, including Worldwake.
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Is Refraction Trap legal in Commander?
Yes — Refraction Trap is legal in Commander (EDH).
Is Refraction Trap legal in Modern?
Yes — Refraction Trap is legal in Modern.
Is Refraction Trap on the Reserved List?
No — Refraction Trap is not on the Reserved List.
Printed in: Worldwake
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