Keyword Abilities

Common one-word abilities and what they do.

Flying: Can only be blocked by creatures with flying or reach.
First strike: Deals combat damage before creatures without it.
Deathtouch: Any amount of damage it deals to a creature is enough to destroy it.
Trample: Excess combat damage carries over to the player.
Lifelink: Damage it deals also gains you that much life.
Vigilance: Doesn't tap when attacking.
Haste: Can attack and tap the turn it comes under your control.
Hexproof: Can't be targeted by opponents' spells or abilities.
Menace: Can only be blocked by two or more creatures.
Reach: Can block creatures with flying.
Ward: Spells and abilities targeting it cost an extra price to use.
Flash: You can cast it any time you could cast an instant.

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