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Magic: The Gathering® | Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Mechanics

Feature

The Mana Forge Digest

The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles set introduces new mechanics like Mutagen tokens and the Sneak keyword to enhance gameplay.

Key points

• Mutagen tokens grant +1/+1 counters when sacrificed
• Sneak allows casting spells during combat declare step for alternative cost
• Disappear mechanic makes creatures disappear from battlefield temporarily

What you get

• New Mutagen token mechanics for creature growth and artifact rewards
• Sneak keyword offers flexible spellcasting options in combat
• Disappear mechanic adds strategic depth to card interactions

Why it matters

These new mechanics bring the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles universe into Magic: The Gathering, offering fresh gameplay elements that resonate with fans of both franchises.

Details

Mutagen tokens are artifact creatures with a sacrifice ability for +1/+1 counters

Sneak allows casting spells during combat declare step for alternative costs and returning unblocked attackers to hand

Disappear makes creatures disappear from battlefield temporarily, affecting their controller's options

Good to know

• Mutagen tokens are available in the set as part of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles theme
• Sneak is a keyword that can be used with any spell or ability to add flexibility during combat
• Disappear mechanic adds strategic depth by affecting creature's controller’s options

Read the original on Wizards (https://magic.wizards.com/en/news/feature/teenage-mutant-ninja-turtles-mechanics) • Source: Wizards of the Coast