Comeuppance vs Refraction Trap — MTG Card Comparison
Refraction Trap has the edge overall — it is legal in more formats (4 vs 0).
Comeuppance
Prevent all damage that would be dealt to you and planeswalkers you control this turn by sources you don't control. If damage from a creature source is prevented this way, Comeuppance deals that much damage to that creature. If damage from a noncreature source is prevented this way, Comeuppance deals that much damage to the source's controller.
Refraction Trap
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.
| Stat | Comeuppance | Refraction Trap |
|---|---|---|
| Mana Cost | {3}{W} | {3}{W} |
| CMC | 4 | 4 |
| Type | Instant | Instant — Trap |
| Rarity | Rare | Uncommon |
| Set | Through the Omenpaths Bonus Sheet | Worldwake |
| Price (USD) | — | — |
| Standard | ✗ | ✗ |
| Modern | ✗ | ✓ |
| Pioneer | ✗ | ✗ |
| Legacy | ✗ | ✓ |
| Vintage | ✗ | ✓ |
| Commander | ✗ | ✓ |
| Pauper | ✗ | ✗ |
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