Very Cryptic Command
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Blue. Instant
Unstable #49b · Illustrated by Zoltan Boros
Unstable #49b · Illustrated by Zoltan BorosWhat is Very Cryptic Command worth?
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TCGplayer market prices in USD, updated October 14, 2026. Each price is for one printing and one finish.
Oracle text
Choose two —
• Untap two target permanents.
• Tap each permanent target player controls with exactly one word in its name.
• Discard all the cards in your hand, then draw that many cards.
• Return target instant or sorcery card from your graveyard to your hand.
Format legality
The only printing of Very Cryptic Command
| Printing | Rarity | Non-foil | Foil | Cardmarket (EUR) | My collection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Unstable ust #49b· 2017rare· Cardmarket €1.40 · €4.09 foil | rare | $1.95 | — | €1.40€4.09 foil |
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Card details
- First printed
- 2017
- Printings
- 1
- Mana value
- 4
- Artist
- Zoltan Boros
What the codes mean
The small print at the bottom of the Unstable card (#49b).
49b · R · EN
- 49bCollector number, as Scryfall lists it. The printed form can differ on promos and special products.
- RRare
- ENPrinted in English
How to read a Magic card: every part and code, on real cards.
Rulings (1)
January 19, 2018
Hyphenated words count as one word.
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