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InResponse

User Guide

Find cards by
what they do

InResponse understands card functions and finds alternatives that solve the same gameplay problem, even with different wording.

The Big Idea

Function over form

Traditional search requires exact card names or oracle text. InResponse groups cards by what they actually do at the table—so you can find real alternatives, not just textual matches.

"Swords to Plowshares"→Removal

Type what you need

Use plain language like 'draw cards' or 'destroy creatures'

Smart matching

We understand card mechanics, not just keywords

Discover options

Find budget alternatives and hidden gems

Quick Start

Just start typing

These keywords work right in the search bar. No special syntax needed.

Ramp

Mana acceleration

e.g. Sol Ring, Cultivate

Draw

Card advantage

e.g. Rhystic Study

Removal

Destroy or exile

e.g. Swords to Plowshares

Board Wipe

Mass removal

e.g. Wrath of God

Tutor

Search library

e.g. Demonic Tutor

Counter

Counterspells

e.g. Swan Song

Protection

Keep things safe

e.g. Mother of Runes

Recursion

Graveyard return

e.g. Eternal Witness

More keywords to try:

TokenSacrificeBlinkBounceCopyStealMillDiscardLifegain

Power User Tips

Combine for precision

+

Space

AND (match all)

Cards must match every term

Creature Flying Blue→ Blue creatures with flying
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Comma

OR (match any)

Cards can match any term

Removal, Board Wipe→ Either removal or board wipes
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Quotes

Exact name

Search for a specific card

"Rhystic Study"→ Finds that exact card

Filters

Fine-tune your search

Colors

WhiteBlueBlackRedGreenColorless

Color identity: id:bg id:simic

Card Types

CreatureInstantSorceryEnchantmentArtifactLegendary

Mana Value

mv<=2mv=3mv>=5Low CostHigh Cost

Archetypes

AristocratsSpellslingerVoltronEnchantressWheels

Abilities

FlyingHasteFlashHexproofDeathtouch

Special

Budget StaplescEDH Staples

Examples

Try these searches

Ramp Green mv<=3

Cheap green ramp spells

Try it
Removal Instant White

White instant-speed removal

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Aristocrats id:bg

Golgari aristocrats pieces

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Budget Staples Draw

Affordable card draw

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Hatebears Low Cost

Cheap disruptive creatures

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More Tools

Beyond search

Browse by Function

Don't know what to search for? Browse cards organized by role (Removal, Ramp, Draw) or archetype (Aristocrats, Voltron, Wheels).

RolesArchetypesTable Politics
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Card Pages

Two ways to learn

Every card page offers explanations tailored to your experience level. Whether you are learning the ropes or maximizing efficiency.

Newbie Mode

For newer players

  • Plain language explanations
  • When to play the card
  • Common rules gotchas
  • Basic strategy tips
cEDH Mode

For competitive players

  • Mana efficiency analysis
  • Card advantage assessment
  • Combo potential notes
  • Speed considerations

Find Similar Cards

Every card page shows functionally similar alternatives—great for finding budget swaps, redundancy, or cards in different colors for your Commander.

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