Delay — Frequently Asked Questions
7 common questions about Delay in MTG — View Delay
What does Delay do?
Delay is a Instant. Its Oracle text reads: "Counter target spell. If the spell is countered this way, exile it with three time counters on it instead of putting it into its owner's graveyard. If it doesn't have suspend, it gains suspend. (At the beginning of its owner's upkeep, they remove a time counter. When the last is removed, they may play it without paying its mana cost. If it's a creature, it has haste.)" — view the full Oracle text on Scryfall.
What type of card is Delay?
Delay is a Instant. It is a Uncommon card from the Time Spiral Remastered set. Learn more about Counterspell in our MTG wiki.
What format is Delay legal in?
How much does Delay cost?
The current market price for Delay is approximately $1.59 USD. Prices fluctuate based on demand, format legality, and new set releases. View the latest price and price history chart. Buy on TCGPlayer.
What set is Delay from?
Delay was printed in Time Spiral Remastered. Browse all cards from Time Spiral Remastered.
Is Delay good in Commander?
Yes, Delay is legal in Commander. Learn more about the Commander format in our wiki.
What cards are similar to Delay?
There are 20 cards similar to Delay with comparable effects or strategies. Some notable alternatives include Syncopate, Liquify, Dissipate. View all cards similar to Delay.
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