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Magic: The Gathering

Martial Impetus

Commander 2021 96 • uncommon

Set
Commander 2021
Collector number
96
Rarity
Uncommon
Mana cost
2 generic mana white mana
Type
Enchantment
Colors
White
Artist
Aaron Miller
Market price
$0.28
$0.28est. via TCGplayer
104,743cards tracked
6other printings of this card
Card face

What it does

Enchant creature

Enchanted creature gets +1/+1 and is goaded. (It attacks each combat if able and attacks a player other than you if able.)

Whenever enchanted creature attacks, each other creature that's attacking one of your opponents gets +1/+1 until end of turn.

Formats

Where you can play it

  • StandardNot legal
  • PioneerNot legal
  • ModernNot legal
  • LegacyLegal
  • VintageLegal
  • CommanderLegal
  • PauperLegal
  • BrawlNot legal
  • HistoricNot legal
  • TimelessNot legal
  • Penny DreadfulNot legal
  • OathbreakerLegal

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Provenance

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Martial Impetus was introduced in the Commander 2021 release as part of a cycle of cards known as the Impetuses. Designed for the multiplayer Commander format, these enchantments were specifically crafted to influence the flow of combat by goading creatures, forcing them to attack opponents rather than the controller of the aura. This mechanic encourages aggressive table dynamics and prevents stalemates, reflecting the set's focus on synergistic and interactive gameplay.

The card features artwork by Wisnu Tan, who captured the chaotic, kinetic energy of a forced battlefield engagement. The design goal was to provide players with a versatile tool that scales well in multiplayer environments, allowing them to redirect threats while buffing a creature. Upon its release, it was well-received by the Commander community for its strategic depth and ability to act as both a defensive political tool and a forced offensive catalyst.

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