Overrule

Instant, XWU (2)
Counter target spell unless its controller pays {X}. You gain X life.
With one commanding word, the spell was put down and a fine collected for its casting.
Illus. Alan Pollack

Gatherer Card Rulings [Nov 2009]

• 5/1/2006: You gain the life whether or not the spell's controller pays {X} and whether or not the spell is countered.

Format Legality	Legal in Vintage, Legacy, Extended, MTGO Classic Banned in Standard
Printings (1/9)	Dissension (Common)