Run Behind

Secrets of Strixhaven #66

Type: Instant

Mana cost: {3}{U}

Card text: This spell costs {1} less to cast if it targets an attacking creature. Target creature's owner puts it on their choice of the top or bottom of their library.

Rarity: common

Artist: Nereida

"The skycoach waits for no one."

Released: April 24, 2026

Prices

$0.09 USD · $0.18 USD (Foil) · €0.03 EUR

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Format Legality

Format	Legality
Standard	✓ Legal
Pioneer	✓ Legal
Modern	✓ Legal
Legacy	✓ Legal
Commander	✓ Legal
Vintage	✓ Legal
Pauper	✓ Legal
Oathbreaker	✓ Legal

Draft & Sealed Synergies

Best cards to pair with Run Behind in Secrets of Strixhaven limited

common

Rapier Wit

Instant

Rapier Wit taps creatures and adds stun counters, setting up Run Behind to bounce tapped attackers at a discount while drawing cards for card advantage.

Deluge Virtuoso

Creature — Human Wizard

Deluge Virtuoso taps creatures and adds stun counters on entry, creating tapped targets for Run Behind's cost reduction while triggering Virtuoso's Opus ability.

Fractal Mascot

Creature — Fractal Elk

Fractal Mascot taps creatures when it enters, setting up Run Behind to bounce the tapped creature for just one mana, creating efficient tempo plays.

uncommon

Homesickness

Instant

Homesickness taps up to two creatures and adds stun counters, creating multiple tapped targets for Run Behind's cost reduction while drawing cards.

mythic

Prismari, the Inspiration

Legendary Creature — Elder Dragon

Prismari gives your instants/sorceries storm, meaning Run Behind can be copied multiple times to bounce multiple creatures, especially powerful when targeting attacking creatures.

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