Scattering Stroke is a blue Uncommon Instant from Magic: The Gathering's 2011 Commander release, featuring strategic counter and clash mechanics.
Scattering Stroke
2011 • Magic: The Gathering • Commander
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Scattering Stroke serves as a versatile defensive tool within the Magic: The Gathering Commander 2011 set. Released in 2011 as card number 60, this Uncommon Instant requires {2}{U}{U} mana to cast and targets an opponent's spell for a counter. The card's distinct gameplay revolves around a clash mechanic, where players reveal cards from their libraries to determine the outcome. If you win the clash, you gain the option to add colorless mana equal to the countered spell's mana value at the start of your next main phase. Art by Franz Vohwinkel, this card embodies the strategic depth collectors seek in the Commander format. The design emphasizes clarity and function, typical of the CMD set code era. For Magic: The Gathering enthusiasts, adding Scattering Stroke to their collection offers both aesthetic appeal and tactical utility. The card's ability to turn defense into resource advantage makes it a notable piece for any blue-aligned deck. Whether you are building a Commander deck or expanding your base set, this card represents a solid addition to your library. It stands as a testament to the intricate design philosophy that defines the Commander 2011 release.
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Scattering Stroke
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Uncommon
Franz Vohwinkel
Card Stock
English
{2}{U}{U}
Instant
U
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Counter target spell. Clash with an opponent. If you win, at the beginning of your next main phase, you may add an amount of {C} equal to that spell's mana value. (Each clashing player reveals the top card of their library, then puts that card on their choice of the top or bottom. A player wins if their card had a greater mana value.)