Words of War
Onslaught 244 • rare
- Set
- Onslaught
- Collector number
- 244
- Rarity
- Rare
- Mana cost
- 2 generic mana red mana
- Type
- Enchantment
- Colors
- Red
- Artist
- Justin Sweet
- Market price
- $0.63
What it does
1 generic mana: The next time you would draw a card this turn, this enchantment deals 2 damage to any target instead.
"Passions can't be shackled by laws or mastered with logic. The choice is freedom or death."— *Volume IV, The Book of Fire*
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- PioneerNot legal
- ModernNot legal
- LegacyLegal
- VintageLegal
- CommanderLegal
- PauperNot legal
- BrawlNot legal
- HistoricNot legal
- TimelessNot legal
- Penny DreadfulNot legal
- OathbreakerLegal
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Where it came from
Words of War was released in 2002 as part of the Onslaught expansion for the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. This set marked the beginning of the Onslaught block, which focused heavily on creature types and tribal synergies, drawing players back to the game's core combat mechanics. The card was designed as an enchantment that rewards players for drawing cards by allowing them to convert those draws into direct damage, providing a versatile utility tool for decks built around card advantage.
The card features artwork by Christopher Moeller, a prolific illustrator known for his dynamic and atmospheric work within the game's expansive fantasy setting. Moeller's depiction captures the chaotic essence of magical combat, utilizing a visceral style that complements the aggressive nature of the card's effect. Upon its release, it was recognized by players as a solid role-player in various formats, appreciated more for its tactical application in limited and casual play rather than as a centerpiece for competitive tournament strategies.
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