Mox strategy
Tenderize is a cheap fight-style removal/combat trick for green decks. Its main strength is letting a large creature you already control remove an opposing creature at instant speed, which makes it strong in midrange, stompy, and token-plus-pump shells.
Best with creatures that have high power, trample, deathtouch, or temporary growth effects, since any power boost increases the removal output. It also pairs well with cards that let you safely choose combat or protect your creature, such as hexproof, indestructible, or combat tricks that raise power before resolution.
It supports board-control gameplay by turning your biggest creature into removal while still keeping creature density high. Most effective when your deck naturally makes oversized threats; weaker if you often fall behind on board or need unconditional removal.
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