Only the generic mana in that creature's mana cost is reduced. For example, if that creature's mana cost is {1}{R}, you'll have to pay {R} to keep it.
Flash
The creature enters the battlefield, so it will trigger enters-the-battlefield abilities even if you choose not to pay.
If the creature has {X} in its mana cost, X is considered to be 0.
Last observed on Scryfall 2 months ago at $1.91. Over the trailing 90 days the price moved between $1.49 and $1.91 across 43 observations. Cross-checked across TCGplayer, eBay sold, Cardmarket EU, and Star City.
This printing is one of 2 catalogued treatments from 6ED — the lineup includes Nonfoil alongside the standard finish. Across our catalog the Rarix library tracks every variant in the same family so collectors can compare price, scarcity and demand inside a single lineage.
Card #67 of *Classic Sixth Edition*, the set that shipped alongside the April 1999 Classic Sixth Edition release.
Card type: Instant, color identity blue, printed at rare. Rares occupy the bottom-of-pack rare slot in standard boosters. Mana cost: {1}{U} (2 converted).
Banned in Legacy and Commander. Restricted in Vintage.
Illustrated by David Ho. Rarix catalogs 2 other cards credited to this artist.
Magic: The Gathering · ™ & © Wizards of the Coast · Illus. David Ho
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