Cryptic Command vs Geist Snatch — MTG Card Comparison
Geist Snatch has the edge overall — it is legal in more formats (5 vs 4).
Cryptic Command
Choose two —
• Counter target spell.
• Return target permanent to its owner's hand.
• Tap all creatures your opponents control.
• Draw a card.
| Stat | Cryptic Command | Geist Snatch |
|---|---|---|
| Mana Cost | {1}{U}{U}{U} | {2}{U}{U} |
| CMC | 4 | 4 |
| Type | Instant | Instant |
| Rarity | Rare | Common |
| Set | Iconic Masters | Avacyn Restored |
| Price (USD) | — | — |
| Standard | ✗ | ✗ |
| Modern | ✓ | ✓ |
| Pioneer | ✗ | ✗ |
| Legacy | ✓ | ✓ |
| Vintage | ✓ | ✓ |
| Commander | ✓ | ✓ |
| Pauper | ✗ | ✓ |
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