Can I tap attacking creatures in the attack phase in MTG?
Nope, tapping attackers won't stop them. Once they're attacking, they're in it till combat ends. It's like they've already swung their sword, and tapping them is just making them dizzy, not pulling them back.
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Tapped out doesn't mean tapped out of the fight. Tried this once, thinking I could 'un-attack'. Spoiler: It doesn't work like that. But, tapping your own attackers can be a savvy move for triggering those tap-related abilities your deck might be hiding.
Absolutely! Tapping attacking creatures in the attack phase is a classic move in Magic The Gathering. Remember, though, once a creature has been declared as an attacker, tapping it won't remove it from combat. This tech is especially handy for activating certain abilities or fulfilling the requirements of cards that say 'whenever you tap a creature...'. Just make sure you're doing it at the right moment in the combat phase to maximize your strategy!
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