The Chase Is On — Sudden Strike
The Chase Is On gives a clean, efficient punch when you need to close damage or win a combat trade. Cast for {2}{R}, this Instant grants a target creature +3/+0 and first strike until end of turn while also triggering Investigate. Use it to force through a crucial attack, turn a blocker into an attacker, or secure a favorable exchange on the stack. The first strike window changes the timing of damage assignment and can flip marginal lines in your favor.
From a deckbuilding view this card dovetails with go wide strategies and creatures that care about clues. The Investigate token provides incremental value after the combat math resolves. In limited play the card is straightforward removal insurance and an evasion enabler. In constructed it slots into tempo and burn shells that prize cheap, decisive interactions.
Card Details:
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Mana Cost – {2}{R}
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Card Type – Instant
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Subtypes –
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Card Text / Rules Text (Printed) – Target creature gets +3/+0 and gains first strike until end of turn. Investigate.
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Power / Toughness – N A
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Loyalty – N A
