Respite
Instant · Common
Respite is currently worth about $0.32 for its most affordable printing, tracked daily across Scryfall, TCGplayer, and Card Kingdom.
Prevent all combat damage that would be dealt this turn. You gain 1 life for each attacking creature.
Format legality
Card facts
- Mana value
- 2
- Color identity
- G
- Type line
- Instant
- Rarity
- Common
- First printed
- 1997
- Artist
- Rebecca Guay
Playability
#8699 most-played card on EDHREC — Commonly played
Popularity data from EDHREC
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Prices by printing
Latest tracked estimates. Updated daily.
| Set | No. | Rarity | Nonfoil | Foil |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tempest | 249 | Common | $0.32 | — |
| Conspiracy | 176 | Common | $0.32 | $5.05 |
Price intelligence
Tempest #249 — every source we track. The spread between retailers is where the deals live.
All sources
| Source | nonfoil | As of |
|---|---|---|
| Scryfall estimate | $0.32 | 2026-07-28 |
Price trend · 90 days
nonfoil
$0.31 – $0.33 · Scryfall estimate
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Frequently asked
How much is Respite worth?
Respite is currently worth about $0.32 for its most affordable printing, based on live market estimates tracked daily on RareWell. Copies range from $0.32 to $5.05 across printings and finishes.
Which sets was Respite printed in?
Respite has been printed in 2 sets, including Tempest, Conspiracy.
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Is Respite legal in Commander?
Yes — Respite is legal in Commander (EDH).
Is Respite legal in Modern?
Respite is not currently legal in Modern.
Is Respite on the Reserved List?
No — Respite is not on the Reserved List.
Printed in: Tempest · Conspiracy
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