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So, as of Strixhaven , we're narrowing the focus a bit to create a new keyword mechanic: Ward [COST] (Whenever this permanent becomes the target of a spell or ability an opponent controls, counter it unless that player pays [COST].) The two most common forms you'll see are costing additional mana (in white, blue, and green) and costing additional life (in black and red)
These rosettes are too intricate for most counterfeiters to reproduce accurately
Really cheap sweepers like Path of Mettle, Golden Demise, and Goblin Chainwhirler are still effective, but your opponent needs to have exactly the right answers
A single card that generates mana and draws cards makes for a pretty powerful all-in-one spell
Pack tactics Whenever this creature attacks, if you attacked with creatures with total power 6 or greater this combat, you may put a Dragon creature card from your hand onto the battlefield tapped and attacking.