Swords to Plowshares — Clean Removal, Classic Trade
Swords to Plowshares is a compact answer to any creature problem and a staple in white's toolbox. This printing from Commander Murders at Karlov Manor keeps the original line. Cast it for one white mana to exile a target creature and force the controller to bank life equal to that creature's power. It resolves immediately and clears the board without a fight or a stack of follow up tricks.
In a Karlov Manor game that values authority and consequence the card acts as a surgical removal that changes tempo and resource math. Use it to neutralize a key attacker, deny a combo piece, or convert a big threat into unexpected life for an opponent which can itself alter their decision calculus. This copy is Light Play and English which makes it a practical pick for play or Commander upgrades where subtle history adds to the table story.
Card Details:
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Mana Cost {W}
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Card Type Instant
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Subtypes —
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Card Text / Rules Text (Printed) Exile target creature. Its controller gains life equal to its power.
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Power / Toughness —
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Set Commander: Murders at Karlov Manor
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Rarity Uncommon
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Language English
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Condition Light Play