Determined Iteration

Description

The Determined Iteration card is a notable entry in Magic: The Gathering's 2022 New Capenna Commander subset. Designed as a rare Enchantment, this card appeals to players who enjoy strategic token generation and board control within the Commander format. As card number 45 in the subset, it offers a distinct mechanical interaction that complements creature-heavy decks. Mechanically, Determined Iteration functions as a resource engine for Red decks. At the beginning of combat on your turn, the card triggers a populate effect. To populate, you create a token that is a copy of a creature token you already control. This ability allows for exponential growth of your token army, turning a single unit into multiple threats. Uniquely, the token created by this effect gains haste, enabling it to attack or use activated abilities immediately. However, to maintain game balance, the token is sacrificed at the beginning of the next end step. This cycle of rapid deployment and temporary presence creates dynamic combat scenarios that challenge opponents to adapt quickly. The flavor text, "Only a fool believes they have nothing left to learn," reflects the iterative nature of the card's ability to replicate and evolve existing assets. The card's mana cost of {1}{R} and mana value of 2 make it accessible early in the game, allowing for early board presence. Its red color identity ensures it fits seamlessly into decks focused on aggressive strategies and token swarms. Determined Iteration stands out as a functional piece of the set that bridges strategic gameplay with collectible appeal. Whether building a competitive deck or curating a collection, this card represents a key component of the New Capenna era's mechanical diversity.