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Alternatives to Scales of Shale | Budget Options for Commander | InResponse | InResponse

Scales of Shale

Original Card

Scales of Shale

Instant

{2}{B}

Price

$0.05

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Card Role

Why players use Scales of Shale

ProtectionLifegain

Protection: Keeps your important permanents safe from removal
Lifegain: Gains life to sustain through combat damage

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