Compelling Deterrence (Duel Decks: Blessed vs. Cursed #42)

Compelling Deterrence {1}{U}

Instant

Return target nonland permanent to its owner’s hand. Then that player discards a card if you control a Zombie.

“So much for neighborly hospitality!”

Illustrated by Seb McKinnon

Standard
Alchemy
Pioneer
Explorer
Modern
Historic
Legacy
Brawl
Vintage
Timeless
Commander
Pauper
Oathbreaker
Penny
Notes and Rules Information for Compelling Deterrence:
  • The card returned to its owner’s hand may be the card they discard. If it’s the only card in that player’s hand, it must be discarded. (2016-04-08)
  • Compelling Deterrence targets only the nonland permanent. If that permanent becomes an illegal target, Compelling Deterrence doesn’t resolve and that player doesn’t discard a card. (2016-04-08)
  • If you target the only Zombie you control with Compelling Deterrence, you won’t discard a card. (2016-04-08)