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Alternatives to Absorb | Budget Options for Commander | InResponse | InResponse

Absorb

Original Card

Absorb

Instant

{W}{U}{U}

Price

$0.37

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Budget Alternatives

Alternatives to Absorb

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Card Role

Why players use Absorb

CounterLifegain

Counter: Protects your gameplan or stops opponents' spells
Lifegain: Gains life to sustain through combat damage

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