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Ares, God of War

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Ares attacks each combat if able. Whenever an attacking creature you control dies, return that card to its owner's hand.

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Ares, God of War at a glance

Commander
Legal
Colour identity
Black and Red
Popularity
#10,334 on EDHREC
Mana cost
{1}{B}{R}
Rarity
Rare
First printed
2026 · 2 printings
Artist
Fesbra

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CARD OVERVIEW

Ares, God of War

Ares attacks each combat if able. Whenever an attacking creature you control dies, return that card to its owner's hand.

TYPELegendary Creature — God Warrior Villain
MANA{1}{B}{R}
COLOR IDENTITYBR
PRINTINGMSH · #418
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FAQ

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What does Ares, God of War do?

Ares attacks each combat if able. Whenever an attacking creature you control dies, return that card to its owner's hand.

Is Ares, God of War legal in Commander?

Yes, Ares, God of War is legal in Commander.

What colour identity is Ares, God of War?

Black and Red. A Commander deck can only include it if the commander's colour identity contains these colours.

Which commanders work with Ares, God of War?

Commanders that are widely played and can include it include Kardur, Doomscourge, Mahadi, Emporium Master, Isshin, Two Heavens as One and Morophon, the Boundless.

What cards are similar to Ares, God of War?

Widely played cards of the same type include Solemn Simulacrum, Roaming Throne, Blood Artist and Storm-Kiln Artist.

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