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Counters are finite, so spend them where they change the outcome: Counter when: Do NOT counter when: The classic beginner mistake is over-countering : spending three cards to save one Character, then having an empty hand and losing the following turn

The gifts bestowed by group hug decks are never free : each card you give to an opponent can translate to another card of your own, or more creatures under your control, or the removal of one of their biggest threats

In those days I considered a group game "advanced" Magic and one-on-one duels as basic/kids' stuff

Every time you do this your opponent can draw an extra card