Lead Them Into the Fire

Take the Bait is a timing tool for players who prize precision and tempo. Cast only during an opponent's turn and only during combat, it prevents all combat damage that would be dealt to you and your planeswalkers this turn, then untaps every attacking creature and goads them. The result is a sudden reset of aggression that buys a turn for recovery while forcing opponents to commit attackers to another round they may not want to face. This is straightforward insurance in tight multiplayer skirmishes and a clever way to redirect combat math without trading permanents.

In Karlov Manor play patterns this spell reads like an invitation to chaos. Use it to protect a vulnerable commander, stall a lethal attack, or manufacture an extra combat phase to trigger enter the battlefield effects or additional combat triggers on your side. The card rewards reading the table and anticipating swing turns. It carries the set tone of dark hospitality where a friendly gesture can lead to another round of consequences.

Card Details:

• Mana Cost – {2}{R}{W}
• Card Type – Instant
• Subtypes – None
• Card Text / Rules Text (Printed) – Cast this spell only during an opponent's turn and only during combat.
  Prevent all combat damage that would be dealt to you and planeswalkers you control this turn. Untap all attacking creatures and goad them. After this phase, there is an additional combat phase.