Brainstorm (CST #61)

Brainstorm is a common printing from Coldsnap Theme Decks (CST #61), a Instant. Illustrated by Christopher Rush.
Card text
Draw three cards, then put two cards from your hand on top of your library in any order.
"I reeled from the blow, and then suddenly, I knew exactly what to do. Within moments, victory was mine."
—Gustha Ebbasdotter, Kjeldoran royal mage
Details
| Mana cost | {U} |
|---|---|
| Type | Instant |
| Rarity | Common |
| Set | Coldsnap Theme Decks (CST) |
| Collector number | 61 |
| Artist | Christopher Rush |
| Released | 2006-07-21 |
Current price
As of 2026-10-19, Scryfall listed this printing at non-foil $1.59 (USD). Prices change constantly, so check the live price before buying.
Legality
| Standard | Not legal |
|---|---|
| Future Standard | Not legal |
| Historic | Banned |
| Timeless | Legal |
| Gladiator | Legal |
| Pioneer | Not legal |
| Modern | Not legal |
| Legacy | Legal |
| Pauper | Legal |
| Vintage | Restricted |
| Penny Dreadful | Not legal |
| Commander | Legal |
| Oathbreaker | Legal |
| Standard Brawl | Not legal |
| Brawl | Legal |
| Competitive Brawl | Legal |
| Alchemy | Not legal |
| Pauper Commander | Legal |
| Duel Commander | Legal |
| Old School | Not legal |
| Premodern | Banned |
| PrEDH | Legal |
| TLR | Legal |
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Rulings
- March 16, 2018 — You draw three cards and put two cards back all while Brainstorm is resolving. Nothing can happen between the two, and no player may choose to take actions.
Decks that play it
Decks built with the MTGBrew AI Deck Builder that include Brainstorm:
- Tatyova, Benthic Druid — Aggro Commander Deck — Commander · Commander: Tatyova, Benthic Druid
- Tatyova, Benthic Druid — Aggro Commander Deck — Commander · Commander: Tatyova, Benthic Druid
