mtg different card types Rules Text: creatures, chosen type, 45 cards Card types? : r/mtg

You can pull a disappearing act in response to a boardwipe or attack, or use it on your own turn to prevent payback after overextending

So, as of Strixhaven , we're narrowing the focus a bit to create a new keyword mechanic: Ward [COST] (Whenever this permanent becomes the target of a spell or ability an opponent controls, counter it unless that player pays [COST].) The two most common forms you'll see are costing additional mana (in white, blue, and green) and costing additional life (in black and red)

Rules will need to be clarified about whether this card can benefit from that effect as well, or if it only applies after the card is in play, as there is some confusion online already among players

It lets you cheat out some massive creatures and powerful artifacts pretty early on