Comparative Analysis (OGW #51) MTG

Comparative Analysis is a common printing from Oath of the Gatewatch (OGW #51), a Instant. Illustrated by Willian Murai.

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Surge {2}{U} (You may cast this spell for its surge cost if you or a teammate has cast another spell this turn.)

Target player draws two cards.

"Our time grows short. If we wish to vanquish the Eldrazi, we must unlock the hedrons' secrets."
—Jace Beleren

As of 2026-10-19, Scryfall listed this printing at non-foil $0.06, foil $0.35 (USD). Prices change constantly, so check the live price before buying.

January 22, 2016 — For some cards, surge represents only an alternative cost, a discount that applies if you or a teammate has cast another spell this turn. Other cards, like Reckless Bushwhacker, have additional abilities or effects if you paid the surge cost to cast the spell.
January 22, 2016 — The other spell that you or a teammate cast can be one that's resolved, one that was countered, or (for instants with surge) one that's still on the stack.
January 22, 2016 — If an instant or sorcery spell cast for its surge cost is copied, the copy is also considered to have had its surge cost paid.
January 22, 2016 — Casting a spell for its surge cost doesn't change its mana cost or its mana value.

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