Vigilance is one the only mechanics to allow creatures to play both offense and defense - check out the history and rules of the Vigilance mechanic!

Trample has been around since Magic's beginning, and continues to work perfectly. Check out the history and rules of the Trample mechanic!

Shroud shows up sparingly these days, but it's a foundational mechanic of Magic design. Check out the evolution of Shroud (and Hexproof) over the years!

Reach has been around with or without the keyword since the beginning of Magic. Check out the history and everything else you need to know about the Reach Mechanic!

Landwalk has been around in Magic since the very beginning, and still shows up from time to time. Check out the rules and history of the Landwalk mechanic!

Intimidate was one of many combat mechanics for colors that traditionally lacked them. Check out the history and rules of the Intimidate mechanic!

When you want a creature to stick around basically forever, you look for ways to give it Indestructible. Check out the rules and history of the mechanic!

It's been in Magic since the beginning, and it's impossible to imagine the game without it. Check out the history and rules around the Flying mechanic!

Whether you call them Defenders or still just Walls, the Defender mechanic has been a key part of Magic for a long time. Check out its history, rules and best Defender cards!

A classic Magic mechanic that always delivers, Deathtouch is a staple of the game. Check out the history and rules of deathtouch!