Riposte
| Name | Riposte |
|---|---|
| Type | Spell |
| Description | [Reaction] (Play any time, even before spells and abilities resolve.)Choose a friendly unit and a spell. Counter that spell and give that unit +:rb_might: equal to that spell's Energy cost this turn. |
| Flavor | Too slow!." - Fiora |
| Artist | Kudos Productions |
| Set | Spiritforged #206 |
| Wallpaper |  download |
| Image |  download |
| Tags | Fiora |
| Power | 2 |
| Energy | 2 |
| Domains | Body, Order |
| Supertype | Signature |
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About Riposte
Riposte, Spell, designed by Kudos Productions first released in Mar, 2026 in the set Spiritforged.
Riposte fits best in midrange or tempo-focused decks that rely on protecting a key unit while turning defense into immediate offensive pressure—especially decks built around a few high-value threats that opponents are likely to target with expensive removal or control spells. Because it both counters a spell and converts that spell’s Energy cost into temporary Might, it shines against slower, spell-heavy control or combo decks that invest significant Energy into single impactful effects; in those matchups, Riposte can generate huge tempo swings. However, in aggressive metas with cheap spells or unit-based interaction, its value drops since countering a low-cost spell yields minimal stat gain. If the format includes cheaper or more flexible counterspells (such as a 1-cost hard counter or a broader negate that doesn’t require choosing a friendly unit), those may be more consistent purely for control purposes, while dedicated protection spells that grant permanent buffs or hexproof-style
Frequently asked questions about Riposte
What type of card is Riposte?
Riposte is a Spell card in Riftbound riftb.
What does Riposte do?
[Reaction] (Play any time, even before spells and abilities resolve.)Choose a friendly unit and a spell. Counter that spell and give that unit +:rb_might: equal to that spell's Energy cost this turn.
What set is Riposte from?
Riposte was first released in the set Spiritforged, illustrated by Kudos Productions.
Is Riposte legal to play?
Legality depends on the tournament format -- Riposte can be legal in some formats and banned or restricted in others. See the full breakdown per format in the Legality section above.
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