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New Way Forward, art by Eli Minaya
Art by Eli Minaya · ™ & © Wizards of the Coast · image via Scryfall
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checked Jun 14, 2026 · Scryfall
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New Way Forward

{2}{U}{R}{W} · Instant

The next time a source of your choice would deal damage to you this turn, prevent that damage. When damage is prevented this way, New Way Forward deals that much damage to that source's controller and you draw that many cards.

Rulings (2)

Apr 4, 2025 · New Way Forward doesn’t target any permanent or player. You choose a source as New Way Forward resolves.

Apr 4, 2025 · If another effect (or effects) modifies how much damage the chosen source would deal to you this turn, you choose the order in which any such effects, including the effect of New Way Forward, apply.

LegacyLegal
VintageLegal
ModernLegal
PioneerLegal
StandardLegal
PauperNot legal
PremodernNot legal
cEDHLegal

Where it’s played now

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No qualifying decks played New Way Forward in the last 30 days. Tournament coverage starts Jun 1, 2026.
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New Way Forward — price trend

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