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Should [[Goblin Influx Array]] and [[Defiler of Instinct]] be able to stack on a 1R cost goblin like [[Battle Cry Goblin]]? Seems to me like you'd be able to reduce the R cost with the Defiler, then reduce the 1 cost with the Array, since the reminder text mentions that it can reduce generic costs. Arena doesn't let you cast it in this case, with full control and all auto-choices off. Looking at the rules, 601.2f specifically says "If multiple cost reductions apply, the player may apply them in any order." Am I wrong here?

Elimination Ritual
2BG
Sorcery

Destroy each nonland permanent with mana value 2 or less. Add B or G for each permanent destroyed this way.

Not the most conventional ritual, but this seems very strong in the right meta. In historic for example, this can hit the cat, the oven, any food lying around, the trail, some of the creatures, and then pay you back all (or likely at least 2) of your mana. You can also munch an entire aura stack along with the creatures, and every permanent except Lurrus in any Lurrus deck. Maybe you could go crazy with 0 cost permanents, tokens, eggs, and mind stones, but that's probably taking it too far.

This might not be great in standard, but it could still b

These cards are all from theme boosters, and therefore won't appear in draft packs or regular packs. They are also included in the mastery pass as full playsets for certain levels. If you are interested in these cards, definitely consider waiting first. They also aren't great cards, so it isn't worth wasting wildcards on them when you can just get them for free later.

[[Canopy Tactician]] [[Valkyrie Harbinger]] [[Surtland Elementalist]] [[Cleaving Reaper]] [[Surtland Flinger]]