Absorb is there for you when you need someone else to take the hit. Join Christopher Lai as he breaks down this damage prevention mechanic from Future Sight!

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!

Infect can end a game in the blink of an eye. Check out the history and best cards featuring the Infect mechanic!

Cascade is one of the more infamous mechanics in Magic's competitive history. Check out the rules and interactions associated with the Cascade mechanic!

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

Fear debuted in Magic's very first set and over the years has showed up on a number of influential Magic cards over the years. Check out the rules and history of the Fear mechanic!

Move over double-faced cards, Sigmund is here to talk about Magic's original flip cards from Kamigawa block!

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!

Introduced in Future Sight and brought back in Khans of Tarkir, Delve is one powerhouse of a mechanic!