Slice and Dice

Description

Released in 2013 as part of the Magic: The Gathering Commander set, Slice and Dice is card number 119 in the C13 expansion. This uncommon sorcery is a staple for players seeking efficient board control in the Commander format. The card costs four generic mana and two red mana to cast, delivering a total mana value of six. Its primary effect deals four damage to each creature on the battlefield, making it a potent tool for clearing opposing threats in a multiplayer environment where multiple opponents often maintain aggressive board states. Beyond its immediate destructive power, Slice and Dice offers significant strategic flexibility through its cycling ability. For an additional cost of two generic mana and one red mana, players can discard the card to draw a new one from their library. This mechanic allows for deck thinning and card advantage, ensuring that players do not get stuck with dead cards in hand. Furthermore, cycling the card triggers an additional effect: when you cycle Slice and Dice, you may have it deal one damage to each creature. This secondary effect provides a softer sweep that can help stabilize the board or chip away at key defensive creatures without committing the full mana investment required for the main spell. Designed by Mark Brill, the card embodies the aggressive red mana philosophy central to the Commander product line. Collectors and players alike appreciate its dual utility as both a removal spell and a card draw engine. The inclusion of Slice and Dice in the 2013 Commander set highlights Wizards of the Coast's focus on creating standalone, powerful spells that define the identity of their respective color identities. For those building decks centered around red aggression or midrange strategies, this card remains a relevant piece of the Magic: The Gathering trading card game landscape.