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Defensive Formation — The List #USG-9
Defensive Formation is an uncommon Enchantment from The List (2026), collector number USG-9, illustrated by Greg Staples.
Defensive Formation price
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Card details
- Set
- The List
- Number
- USG-9
- Rarity
- Uncommon
- Mana cost
- {W}
- Colour
- White
- Illustrator
- Greg Staples
- Released
- 19 October 2026
What Defensive Formation does
Rather than the attacking player, you assign the combat damage of each creature attacking you. You can divide that creature's combat damage as you choose among any of the creatures blocking it.
Format legality
Other printings of Defensive Formation
| No. | Card | Set | Rarity | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 |  Defensive Formation Enchantment | Urza's Saga 1998 | Uncommon | €0.23 |
All 2 Defensive Formation printings compared →
Questions people ask
How much is Defensive Formation from The List worth?
There is no market price for this printing right now — check UK eBay sold listings.
How many printings of Defensive Formation are there?
2 English paper printings, from Urza's Saga to The List. The cheapest right now is the Urza's Saga printing.
Is Defensive Formation legal in Commander?
Yes, it is legal in Commander.
Who illustrated Defensive Formation (The List)?
Greg Staples.
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