For the Common Good

For the Common Good

{X}{X}{G}Sorcery

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Create X tokens that are copies of target token you control. Then tokens you control gain indestructible until your next turn. You gain 1 life for each token you control.

What it does

Tagged as Protection · Tokens · Lifegain — the jobs the deck report counts it toward.

Official rulings

  1. The new tokens copy the characteristics of the original token as stated by the effect that created the original token. (2024-07-26)
  2. The new tokens don’t copy whether the original token is tapped or untapped, whether it has any counters on it or Auras and Equipment attached to it, or any non-copy effects that have changed its power, toughness, color, and so on. (2024-07-26)
  3. Any “as [this permanent] enters” or “[this permanent] enters with” abilities of the new tokens will work. (2024-07-26)

Printings & prices

Every set For the Common Good has been printed in, with the art, the finishes and the market price of each — the headline price above is the cheapest of these.

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