If I defy a spell, does Raven Bloom Student still get +1?

No, Ravenbloom Student will not gain +1 might if the spell you played is countered by Defy.

According to Riftbound rules and official FAQs:

  • Sequence of Events:
    1. You play a spell (it enters the chain).
    2. An opponent plays Defy in reaction to your spell.
    3. Defy resolves, countering your spell.
    4. Because the spell was countered, it fails to resolve.
    5. A card is only considered "played" for the purposes of triggered abilities like Ravenbloom Student's when it successfully resolves (Rule 412.1.b).

Since your spell never resolved, the condition "When you play a spell" is not met, and Ravenbloom Student's ability does not trigger. This is confirmed by FAQ #8945, #6815, and #2377.

FAQ #11082June 14, 2026