How do +1/+1 counters and -1/-1 counters mix in MTG?

avatarAssoilzieingThrow7 months ago
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avatarAttainingFord7 months ago

In Magic The Gathering, when +1/+1 counters and -1/-1 counters are placed on the same creature, they cancel each other out. For each pair of +1/+1 and -1/-1 counters on a creature, you remove both, instantly simplifying the creature's status. So, if your creature has 3 +1/+1 counters and 2 -1/-1 counters, you're left with just one +1/+1 counter on it after the cancellation process.

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avatarNailingSurge7 months ago

Actually, mixing +1/+1 and -1/-1 counters on a creature is an advanced tactic. It's strategic for getting rid of pesky counters your opponents put on your creatures or for fine-tuning the power and toughness of your creatures during gameplay. Always keep this rule in mind to optimize your plays!


avatarLettingTail7 months ago

They annihilate each other, plain and simple. Got a creature with both? For every +1/+1 and -1/-1 counter, poof! They disappear. It's like they have a grudge against each other.


avatarForetellingTable7 months ago

Eh, just play the cards and don't worry about it. They cancel out. Not rocket science.

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