52 cards found
Syncopate

Syncopate {X}{U}

Instant
Counter target spell unless its controller pays {X}. If that spell is countered this way, exile it instead of putting it into its owner's graveyard.
"Your eyes, they burn with resolve . . . beautiful."
Pedal to the Metal

Pedal to the Metal {X}{R}

Instant
Target creature gets +X/+0 and gains first strike until end of turn.
In lieu of brakes, the Rocketeers installed a second accelerator pedal.
  • Aetherdrift
Nyxborn Hydra

Nyxborn Hydra {X}{G}

Enchantment Creature - Hydra
Bestow {X}{G}{G}
Reach, trample
This permanent enters with X +1/+1 counters on it.
Enchanted creature gets +1/+1 for each +1/+1 counter on this Aura and has reach and trample.
0/1
  • Modern Horizons 3
Slice from the Shadows

Slice from the Shadows {X}{B}

Instant
This spell can't be countered.
Target creature gets -X/-X until end of turn.
"Proft has been poking his nose where it doesn't belong. I want him out of the way."
—Judith, to Massacre Girl
  • Murders at Karlov Manor — 103 301
Fractal Summoning

Fractal Summoning {X}{G/U}{G/U}

Sorcery - Lesson
Create a 0/0 green and blue Fractal creature token. Put X +1/+1 counters on it.
"Fractals are just pseudo-dimensional manifestations of asynchronous biosymmetries. It's really quite simple."
—Kianne, Quandrix dean
  • Strixhaven: School of Mages
Death Wind

Death Wind {X}{B}

Instant
Target creature gets -X/-X until end of turn.
Leukin stared at the smoldering angel feathers. "Run!" he screamed to his patrol. "We don't stand a chance!"
Untamed Might

Untamed Might {X}{G}

Instant
Target creature gets +X/+X until end of turn.
"Beasts kill for their very survival. If you would have their strength, you must know their desperation."
—Konnos, Sylvok sage
  • Scars of Mirrodin
Heat Ray

Heat Ray {X}{R}

Instant
Heat Ray deals X damage to target creature.
"There was clearly a scream. I'm not sure if there was a mouth."
—Sachir, Akoum Expeditionary House
Broken Ambitions

Broken Ambitions {X}{U}

Instant
Counter target spell unless its controller pays {X}. Clash with an opponent. If you win, that spell's controller mills four cards.
  • Lorwyn
Logic Knot

Logic Knot {X}{U}{U}

Instant
Delve
Counter target spell unless its controller pays {X}.
Molder

Molder {X}{G}

Instant
Destroy target artifact or enchantment with mana value X. It can't be regenerated. You gain X life.
"The forests have succumbed to ruin, but the spirit of Krosa remains alive and vital in these devouring spores."
—Zyd, Kamahlite druid
  • Time Spiral
Overrule

Overrule {X}{W}{U}

Instant
Counter target spell unless its controller pays {X}. You gain X life.
With one commanding word, the spell was put down and a fine collected for its casting.
Thrive

Thrive {X}{G}

Sorcery
Put a +1/+1 counter on each of X target creatures.
The most successful of Simic creations is cytoplasm, a living, symbiotic substance that feeds off genetic rhythms and strengthens its host in return.
Repeal

Repeal {X}{U}

Instant
Return target nonland permanent with mana value X to its owner's hand.
Draw a card.
"Your deed cannot be undone. You, however, can be."
—Agosto, Azorius imperator
Disembowel

Disembowel {X}{B}

Instant
Destroy target creature with mana value X.
"We thought we found the victim's clothes lumped in the street. As it turned out, it was the victim, insides sucked out—just a sack of skin and robes."
—Agrus Kos
Death Denied

Death Denied {X}{B}{B}

Instant - Arcane
Return X target creature cards from your graveyard to your hand.
Takenuma was filled with a chorus of moans, shrieks, and wails. Some came from the living, some from the dying, and some, most horribly, from the dead.
Stir the Grave

Stir the Grave {X}{B}

Sorcery
Return target creature card with mana value X or less from your graveyard to the battlefield.
"Your lungs may not draw breath, but while your hands can grip a sword, you will be useful to me."
—Nighteyes, nezumi necromancer
  • Betrayers of Kamigawa
Condescend

Condescend {X}{U}

Instant
Counter target spell unless its controller pays {X}. Scry 2.
Consume Spirit

Consume Spirit {X}{1}{B}

Sorcery
Spend only black mana on X.
Consume Spirit deals X damage to any target and you gain X life.
Mephidross changes all who dwell there, taking their lives and adding them to its own.
Wave of Indifference

Wave of Indifference {X}{R}

Sorcery
X target creatures can't block this turn.
"Darius?"
"Yeah?"
"There's a goblin sneaking up on you."
"So?"
"Just sayin'."
  • Onslaught
Rats' Feast

Rats' Feast {X}{B}

Sorcery
Exile X target cards from a single graveyard.
"That does it—I quit!"
—Cabal grave robber
Howl from Beyond

Howl from Beyond {X}{B}

Instant
Target creature gets +X/+0 until end of turn.
Whether it howls for hunger or for joy, you're in trouble just the same.
Stream of Life

Stream of Life {X}{G}

Sorcery
Target player gains X life.
Malicious Advice

Malicious Advice {X}{U}{B}

Instant
Tap X target artifacts, creatures, and/or lands. You lose X life.
"Rule through fear, Darigaaz. Only if the dragons feel terror will they truly be your servants."
—Tevesh Szat
  • Planeshift
Soul Burn

Soul Burn {X}{2}{B}

Sorcery
Spend only black and/or red mana on X.
Soul Burn deals X damage to any target. You gain life equal to the damage dealt, but not more than the amount of {B} spent on X, the player's life total before the damage was dealt, the planeswalker's loyalty before the damage was dealt, or the creature's toughness.