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!

First Strike has been around from the very beginning of Magic, and defined mechanics ever since. Check out the rules and history surround First Strike!

Cut your opponents' creatures down to size with the -1/-1 counter distributing Wither mechanic!

Ninjas in Magic! The flavorful Ninjutsu ability has always gone hand-in-hand with the creatures - check out the history and rules of the Ninjutsu mechanic!

Ward is all the rage when it comes to protecting creatures and commanders in Magic. Check out the rules and history of the Ward mechanic!

After more than 30 years of Magic, we've reached an inflection point: you can build an entirely textless Commander deck. Trust us.