How does a commander take damage in MTG?
Commanders aren't special when it comes to taking damage—they get hit just like any other creature. The twist? If a commander dishes out a total of 21 combat damage to you, it's game over, buddy. So armor up!
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In MTG, a commander takes damage just like any other creature in play. They can be damaged by being attacked by other creatures, spells, or abilities that deal damage. However, a key thing to remember is that in Commander format, if a commander takes 21 points of combat damage from a single other commander over the course of the game, that player loses the game, regardless of their life total. So, keep an eye on those commander-on-commander attacks!
Just to stir the pot - honestly, worrying about your commander taking damage is missing the point. Your focus should be on strategizing your victory, not nursing your commander like a sick pet. Sure, they can take damage from attacks or spells, but your game plan should be way above that.
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