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Retraction Helix
INSTANT Common
Born of the Gods EDHREC #4,168
$0.25
-7.4%
7 days
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Retraction Helix price history chart, default range 3 months. currently $0.25.
Retraction Helix Price Summary
Retraction Helix's current headline price is $0.25.
Retraction Helix Printings & Prices
3 printings
Retraction Helix has 3 tracked printings across 3 sets, in nonfoil and foil finishes.
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Sell Retraction Helix: Buylist Offers
7 offers
| Buyer | Printing | Finish | Cash offer | Retail | Spread |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Card Kingdom | BNG #49 | Foil | — | — | — |
| CoolStuffInc | BNG #49 | Foil | — | — | — |
| Card Kingdom | A25 #71 | Foil | — | — | — |
| CoolStuffInc | A25 #71 | Foil | — | — | — |
| Card Kingdom | PLST #A25-71 | Nonfoil | — | — | — |
| Card Kingdom | A25 #71 | Nonfoil | — | — | — |
| Card Kingdom | BNG #49 | Nonfoil | — | — | — |
Retraction Helix Rules Text & Legality
View on Scryfall ↗Until end of turn, target creature gains "{T}: Return target nonland permanent to its owner's hand."
"Where the geometries of the world collapse, a master of the aether can harvest power beyond comprehending."
Retraction Helix is legal in Pioneer, Modern, Legacy, Commander and Pauper, and not legal in Standard.
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Legal
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Legal
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Legal
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Legal
pauper
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Reprints & Reprint Risk
5 printings
Retraction Helix has been reprinted 5 times.
| Set | Date | Rarity | Treatment |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLST #A25-71 | 2022-04-29 | Common | Standard |
| A25 #71 | 2018-03-16 | Common | Standard |
| A25 #71 | 2018-03-16 | Common | Standard |
| BNG #49 | 2014-02-07 | Common | Standard |
| BNG #49 | 2014-02-07 | Common | Standard |
PLST #A25-71 
A25 #71 Retraction Helix in Commander
Retraction Helix is the #4,168 most-played card on EDHREC, up 70 places over the last 30 days.
Retraction Helix FAQ
How much is Retraction Helix worth?
Retraction Helix is worth about $0.25 for its cheapest playable printing as of Sep 22, 2026.
Is Retraction Helix legal in Commander?
Yes — Retraction Helix is legal in Commander. It is also legal in Pioneer, Modern, Legacy and Pauper.
Has Retraction Helix been reprinted?
Yes — Retraction Helix has been reprinted 5 times, with 3 printings tracked on The Index.
Why is Retraction Helix cheap?
Retraction Helix trades at about $0.25 — 5 reprints keep supply plentiful.