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Combat Research
PLST · The List #DMU-44 · Uncommon · released 2026-11-09
{U}
Enchantment — Aura
Enchant creature
Enchanted creature has "Whenever this creature deals combat damage to a player, draw a card."
As long as enchanted creature is legendary, it gets +1/+1 and has ward {1}. (Whenever enchanted creature becomes the target of a spell or ability an opponent controls, counter it unless that player pays {1}.)
Combat Research is an uncommon blue enchantment from The List (2026). It has been printed 2 times across 2 sets, from 2022 to 2026. Recent market prices range from $0.49 to $0.99 depending on printing and finish. It is legal in Pioneer, Modern, Legacy, Vintage, Commander, Oathbreaker, Historic and Brawl.
Format legality
Where you can play Combat Research in sanctioned and popular formats.
StandardNot legal
PioneerLegal
ModernLegal
LegacyLegal
VintageLegal
CommanderLegal
PauperNot legal
OathbreakerLegal
HistoricLegal
BrawlLegal
Penny DreadfulNot legal
All printings (2)
Prices range from $0.49 to $0.99 across finishes. Cheapest printing: Dominaria United at $0.49.
| Set | No. | Rarity | Price | Foil |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dominaria United | 44 | Uncommon | $0.49 | $0.99 |
| The List This page | DMU-44 | Uncommon | — | — |
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Rulings
Official rulings from Wizards of the Coast (1).
- 2022-09-09Because the card-draw ability is granted to the creature, if an opponent takes control of the enchanted creature and it deals combat damage while they control it, that opponent will draw a card.
Frequently asked questions
Is Combat Research legal in Commander?
Yes — Combat Research is legal in Commander (EDH).
What formats is Combat Research legal in?
Combat Research is legal in Pioneer, Modern, Legacy, Vintage, Commander, Oathbreaker, Historic and Brawl.
How many times has Combat Research been printed?
Combat Research has been printed 2 times across 2 sets, from 2022 to 2026.
What is the cheapest printing of Combat Research?
The cheapest printing is Dominaria United (#44) at about $0.49.
Who illustrated Combat Research?
This printing of Combat Research was illustrated by Justine Cruz.