Hydroblast
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SetOLEP
Collector #60
Released1998-10-23
Rarityrare
ArtistKaja Foglio
LanguageEN
Layoutnormal
AttributesReprint
ScryfallOpen ↗

Hydroblast

RareColour IDMV 1
Instant
Choose one —
• Counter target spell if it's red.
• Destroy target permanent if it's red.
Card capabilities
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Rulings (2)
wotc8 Jun 2016
Hydroblast can target any spell or permanent, not just a red one. It checks the color of the target only on resolution.
wotc4 Oct 2004
The decision to counter a spell or destroy a permanent is a decision made on announcement before the target is selected. If the spell is redirected, this mode can't be changed, so only targets of the selected type are valid.
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