Direct and Practical: Abrade
Abrade is a compact answer that fits into many red decks and sideboards. With a casting cost of {1}{R} the card gives you a clear choice on resolution. Use it to deal three points of damage to a lone blocker or to clear an artifact that is upsetting your game plan. It reads cleanly in a tempo role and scales well with spell synergies that reward cheap instants.
In Lost Caverns of Ixalan lore Abrade feels like a burst of controlled demolition. Keep one in hand for removal that beats a wide range of problems. It is straightforward to sequence around combat, pump effects, and artifact triggers because it resolves immediately and forces an opponent to commit to answers. For players who value efficient interaction Abrade is a dependable tool that rarely overcommits resources.
Card Details:
- Mana Cost {1}{R}
- Card Type Instant
- Subtypes None
- Card Text / Rules Text (Printed) Choose one: • Abrade deals 3 damage to target creature. • Destroy target artifact.
- Power / Toughness Not applicable