Damping Matrix
Activated abilities of artifacts and creatures can't be activated unless they're mana abilities.
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Legality
9 formatsB/R history
Rulings
3- 2017-03-14
A mana ability is an ability that produces mana, not an ability that costs mana.
- 2017-03-14
Activated abilities contain a colon. They’re generally written “[Cost]: [Effect].” Some keyword abilities, such as equip, are activated abilities and will have colons in their reminder text.
- 2017-03-14
Damping Matrix’s ability affects only artifacts and creatures on the battlefield. Activated abilities that work in other zones (such as bloodrush or unearth) can still be activated. Triggered abilities (starting with “when,” “whenever,” or “at”) are unaffected.
Versions
2| Set | No. | Year | Rarity | Artist |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MM3Modern Masters 2017 | 218 | 2017 | Rare | Mike Dringenberg |
| MRDMirrodin | 161 | 2003 | Rare | Mike Dringenberg |
In sealed products
Pull odds for signed-in users| Product | Set | Chance | Expected copies |
|---|---|---|---|
| Modern Masters 2017 Booster Box · Booster box | MM3 | ||
| Modern Masters 2017 Booster Pack · Booster pack | MM3 | ||
| Mirrodin Booster Box · Booster box | MRD | ||
| Mirrodin Fat Pack · Bundle | MRD | ||
| Mirrodin Tournament Pack · Limited kit | MRD | ||
| Mirrodin Booster Pack · Booster pack | MRD |