Ward
MTG Mechanic
Ward is a triggered ability. Whenever a permanent with ward becomes the target of a spell or ability an opponent controls, counter that spell or ability unless that opponent pays whatever cost is after the word "ward." That cost can be mana, life, or pretty much anything else that can be a cost.
Ward Rules
A triggered ability that can counter spells or abilities that target the permanent with ward. See rule 702.21, “Ward.”
- 702.21a: Ward is a triggered ability. Ward [cost] means “Whenever this permanent becomes the target of a spell or ability an opponent controls, counter that spell or ability unless that player pays [cost].”
- 702.21b: Some ward abilities include an X in their cost and state what X is equal to. This value is determined at the time the ability resolves, not locked in as the ability triggers.
MTGA Sets with Ward
Newest Cards with Ward
