Chain Stasis

Instant, U (1)
You may tap or untap target creature. Then that creature's controller may pay {2}{U}. If the player does, he or she may copy this spell and may choose a new target for that copy.¹
"Here we go again." -Kakra, Sea Troll
Illus. Pat Morrissey

Crystal Keep Rulings Summaries

• Paying to make Chain Stasis continue is done as part of the resolution of the spell. [D'Angelo 2002/03/16]
• The player putting the copy spell on the stack controls that spell. [D'Angelo 2002/03/16]
• The copy is a spell, so it can be targeted with Counterspell and other spells and abilities that target a spell. [Jordan 2002/03/18]
• The spell copy has all the text and can result in itself being copied. [D'Angelo 2002/03/16]
• The decision to tap or untap is made on resolution of the spell (and of each copy). [D'Angelo 1999/08/01]
• You can choose the same creature over and over if you want. You are not forced to pick a different one each time. [Duelist Magazine #9, Page 60]
• Note - Also see Copying Objects, Rule 503.

Format Legality	Legal in Vintage, Legacy Banned in Extended, Standard
Printings (1/6)	Homelands (Rare)