Ruthless Instincts
Fate Reforged 136 • uncommon
- Set
- Fate Reforged
- Collector number
- 136
- Rarity
- Uncommon
- Mana cost
- 2 generic mana green mana
- Type
- Instant
- Colors
- Green
- Artist
- Lius Lasahido
- Market price
- $0.10
What it does
Choose one —
• Target nonattacking creature gains reach and deathtouch until end of turn. Untap it.
• Target attacking creature gets +2/+2 and gains trample until end of turn.
A single battle affects countless others.
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- PioneerLegal
- ModernLegal
- LegacyLegal
- VintageLegal
- CommanderLegal
- PauperNot legal
- BrawlNot legal
- HistoricNot legal
- TimelessNot legal
- Penny DreadfulNot legal
- OathbreakerLegal
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Where it came from
Ruthless Instincts was released in 2015 as part of the Fate Reforged expansion for Magic: The Gathering. The set is deeply rooted in the block's narrative, focusing on the history of the Tarkir plane and its shifting timelines, where players explore the influence of ancient dragon spirits on the local warrior clans. The card itself represents the Temur Frontier, a clan known for its survivalist nature and connection to the harsh, snowy wilderness of the region.
The artwork for this card was created by Volkan Baga, who is well known for his detailed and atmospheric contributions to the game. His illustration captures the essence of the Temur ethos, depicting a moment of predatory focus that emphasizes the clan's reliance on physical prowess and instinct. Upon its release, the card functioned primarily as a common-rarity utility piece within the Limited format, praised by players for its efficiency in providing both a combat trick and a creature buff.
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About Ruthless Instincts
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