Mortify: Clean Removal with a Twist
Mortify is a compact answer that folds into both midrange and control shells with ease. As Mortify lets you destroy target creature or enchantment it solves duel threats on the stack and on the battlefield, offering tempo recovery or a clean answer to recursive enchantments. An experienced pilot will time this Instant to clear a blocker, stop an aura lock, or trigger a favorable combat trade while preserving resources.
In Foundations lore Mortify reads as a measured strike rather than flourish. The card name appears in decisive lines of play where preserving board state matters more than flashy plays. Use Mortify to pivot a game by denying value off a key permanent and converting that advantage into card selection and pressure.
Card Details:
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Mana Cost – {1}{W}{B}
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Card Type – Instant
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Subtypes –
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Card Text / Rules Text (Printed) – Destroy target creature or enchantment.
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Power / Toughness – N A
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Loyalty – N A
