Rouse

set	min	mtgo
-	2.37	0.07 tix

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Name	Rouse
Type	Instant
Description	If you control a Swamp, you may pay 2 life rather than pay this spell's mana cost. Target creature gets +2/+0 until end of turn.
Artist	Dave Dorman
Set	Mercadian Masques #157
Wallpaper	download
Image	download

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About Rouse

Rouse, Instant, designed by Dave Dorman first released in Oct, 1999 in the set Mercadian Masques. It's currently being selled by the minimum price of 2.37.

Rouse would fit well in a black aggro or midrange deck that focuses on low-cost creatures and aggressive strategies, particularly those that can benefit from the life payment option to maintain tempo. Decks utilizing Swamps, such as those featuring cards like Dark Confidant or Vampire Nighthawk, can take advantage of the life trade-off while applying pressure to opponents. However, there are arguably better options, such as Giant Growth or Temur Battle Rage, which offer more versatility or higher power boosts for the same cost. While Rouse can see play in niche scenarios, it may not be a staple due to the existence of more impactful alternatives.