One simple push and Jadzi fell into the churning swirl of magic. Tam thought it would be harder—wished that it had been harder.
Banishing Betrayal - Secrets of Strixhaven (#38) - Illustrated by Craig Elliott - Magic: The Gathering Card
Surveil

Banishing Betrayal

Card Rules and Details

Card Type: Instant

Mana Cost: {1}{U}

Oracle Rules Text: Return target nonland permanent to its owner's hand. Surveil 1. (Look at the top card of your library. You may put it into your graveyard.)

Flavor Text: One simple push and Jadzi fell into the churning swirl of magic. Tam thought it would be harder—wished that it had been harder.

Set: Secrets of Strixhaven (#38), Rarity: Common, Artist: Craig Elliott

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Historical Printings & Sets (6)
6 Languages
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