Windborne ChargeHow it works & interactions with other cards

Dual Targets and Requirements

When you cast Windborne Charge, you must choose exactly two target creatures you control. This is a mandatory requirement; if you only control one creature, or no creatures at all, you are legally unable to cast this spell. If one of the targets becomes illegal before the spell resolves (for example, if a creature is destroyed), the remaining legal target will still receive the +2/+2 bonus and flying.

Resolution Step by Step

First, the spell is put onto the stack and you choose your two targets. Once both players pass priority and the spell resolves, the game checks if the targets are still valid. If at least one target is still legal, the spell proceeds to apply the +2/+2 stat increase and the flying keyword to the remaining legal targets. These bonuses last until the cleanup step of the current turn.

Common Mistakes

A frequent error is trying to cast Windborne Charge to save a single creature. Because the spell requires 'two target creatures,' you cannot target the same creature twice to give it +4/+4. Additionally, since the spell specifies 'creatures you control,' you cannot target an opponent's creature to give it flying in hopes of using a specific removal spell later.

Strategic Timing

As a sorcery, Windborne Charge is best used during your pre-combat main phase to maximize the impact of the flying keyword during your attack. It is most effective when your opponent has established a strong defensive line of non-flying blockers, allowing you to bypass their creatures entirely.

Interaction examples

Post-Board Wipe Recovery

Wrath of God

If your opponent casts Wrath of God, all creatures are destroyed. On your next turn, you must play at least two new creatures before you can cast Windborne Charge. You cannot cast it on an empty board to 'prep' for future creatures, as the targets must exist at the time of casting.

Synergy with Small Permanents

Sevinne's Reclamation

If you have two small creatures in your graveyard, you can use Sevinne's Reclamation to bring one back (or two if cast for its Flashback cost). Once those creatures are back on the battlefield, they become valid targets for Windborne Charge, allowing you to turn low-cost utility creatures into immediate aerial threats.

Standard Gameplay Example

With two 2/2 Soldier tokens on the battlefield, you cast Windborne Charge targeting both. Upon resolution, both Soldiers become 4/4 creatures with flying. You may then move to your combat phase and attack with 8 total power in the air, likely soaring over your opponent's ground blockers.