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.

"Here we go again." -Kakra, Sea Troll

Illus. Pat Morrissey

Gatherer Card Rulings?, Legality?

• 10/4/2004: The decision to tap or untap is made on resolution of the spell (and of each copy).
• 10/4/2004: Paying to make Chain Stasis continue is done as part of the resolution of the spell.
• 10/4/2004: The copy is a spell, so it can be targeted by other spells and abilities that target a spell.
• 10/4/2004: The player putting the copy spell on the stack controls that spell.
• 10/4/2004: The spell copy has all the text and can result in itself being copied.

• Official Reprint Policy (This card is on the reserved list)

• Legal in Vintage (Type 1)
• Legal in Legacy (Type 1.5)
• Legal in Commander