Understanding the Challenge

When it comes to dealing with planeswalkers in the game of Magic: The Gathering, especially after the release of Mew and other powerful creatures, the question of how to eliminate them becomes a crucial one. Planeswalkers, with their ability to summon creatures and cast spells at will, can turn the tide of a game in an instant. In this article, we will delve into various strategies and techniques to effectively take down planeswalkers in your games.

Direct Damage Spells

One of the most straightforward ways to eliminate a planeswalker is by using spells that deal direct damage. These spells can be found in a variety of colors and include cards like Lightning Bolt, Molten Rain, and Anger of the Gods. While these spells can be effective, they often require you to have the right mana available at the right time.

Card	Mana Cost	Damage
Lightning Bolt	U	3
Molten Rain	2RR	4
Anger of the Gods	4RG	4

Targeting Planeswalkers with Enchantment Spells

Enchantment spells can be a great way to deal with planeswalkers by targeting them directly. Cards like Bestow and Hexproof can be particularly useful in this regard. Bestow cards allow you to sacrifice a creature to deal damage to a planeswalker, while Hexproof prevents a planeswalker from being targeted by spells or abilities.

Here are some examples of enchantment spells that can be used to target planeswalkers:

Card	Mana Cost	Effect
Bestow	2W	Sacrifice this creature: Add {W} to your mana pool.
Hexproof	2U	This permanent has hexproof. It can’t be the target of spells or abilities your opponents control.

Using Removal Spells to Counter Planeswalkers

Removal spells are designed to eliminate specific creatures or players from the game. While they may not target planeswalkers directly, they can be used to deal with the creatures or abilities that planeswalkers are using to dominate the game. Some popular removal spells include Swords to Plowshares, Swords to the Sea, and Swords to Plunder.

Here’s a table showcasing some of these removal spells:

Card	Mana Cost	Effect
Swords to Plowshares	2W	Target creature gets -2/-2 until end of turn.
Swords to the Sea	2U	Target creature gets -2/-2 until end of turn. It can’t attack this turn.
Swords to Plunder	2R	Target creature gets -2/-2 until end of turn. It can’t attack this turn. You gain life equal to that creature’s power.

Combining Strategies for Maximum Effect

One of the most effective ways to deal with planeswalkers is by combining multiple strategies. For example, you can use a direct damage spell to weaken the planeswalker, then target it with an enchantment spell to prevent it from casting spells or summoning creatures. Finally, you can use a removal spell to eliminate the planeswalker altogether.

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