Name: Unstable Footing
Brand: Magic: The Gathering
Availability: InStock
Author: Nic Klein

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Unstable FootingZendikar

                #153
                Instant
              
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ConditionMarketLow
Near Mint$0.47$1.98
Lightly Played$0.48$1.65
Moderately Played$0.38$1.84
Heavily Played—$1.72
Damaged—$1.74
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          Mana cost1
          TypeInstant
          
          
          
          
          SetZendikar
          Number153
          RarityInstant
          Released2009-10-02
        Oracle textKicker 3R (You may pay an additional 3R as you cast this spell.)

Damage can't be prevented this turn. If Unstable Footing was kicked, it deals 5 damage to target player.
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        Flavor
        A long way down is shorter than you think.
      
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Condition	Market	Low
Near Mint	$0.47	$1.98
Lightly Played	$0.48	$1.65
Moderately Played	$0.38	$1.84
Heavily Played	—	$1.72
Damaged	—	$1.74