wicked role cards mtg Rebuff the Counter target spell that targets a permanent you control. Wilds of Eldraine Mechanics

Protect yourself in the first few turns, countering problematic spells and destroying threatening creatures while you build up your mana base and fish for key cards like Phlage, Titan of Fire's Fury and The One Ring

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It could even work for control decks that can use the flip side, Caetus, Sea Tyrant of Segovia to help keep mana open for counterspells

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I think initiative is a great addition to venture and shows the mechanic is can go in the right direction in terms of power level and player interaction