Aether Sting vs Soul Barrier — MTG Card Comparison

Aether Sting and Soul Barrier are closely matched. Soul Barrier costs less mana (3 vs 4). Choose based on your deck's specific needs.

Aether Sting

Aether Sting

Whenever an opponent casts a creature spell, this enchantment deals 1 damage to that player.

Soul Barrier

Soul Barrier

Whenever an opponent casts a creature spell, this enchantment deals 2 damage to that player unless they pay {2}.

*"The Soul selects her own Society—
Then—shuts the Door—"
—Emily Dickinson,
"The Soul selects her own Society"*

Stat Aether Sting Soul Barrier
Mana Cost {3}{R} {2}{U}
CMC 4 3
Type Enchantment Enchantment
Rarity Uncommon Common
Set Urza's Destiny Fifth Edition
Price (USD)
Standard
Modern
Pioneer
Legacy
Vintage
Commander
Pauper
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