Overrun — Magic: The Gathering card

Overrun

{2}{G}{G}{G}
Sorcery

Creatures you control get +3/+3 and gain trample until end of turn. (Each of those creatures can deal excess combat damage to the player or planeswalker it's attacking.)

*Nature doesn't walk.*

Set Foundations
Rarity Uncommon
Mana Value 5
Collector # 230

Why Play Overrun

Green creature decks looking to close out games quickly find excellent value in this mass pump spell. The +3/+3 boost combined with trample allows even modest board states to deal lethal damage, turning weenies into serious threats that can push through chump blockers. Deploy this when you have three or more creatures in play and can attack immediately, as the temporary nature means you need to capitalize on the effect right away. Token strategies particularly benefit since multiple 1/1 creatures become 4/4 trampling threats that demand immediate answers.

Format Notes

Commander represents the strongest home for this effect, where board states naturally develop multiple creatures and the multiplayer nature rewards explosive turns. Pioneer and Modern occasionally see play in aggressive green strategies, though more efficient alternatives often take priority. The five-mana cost makes it too slow for most competitive Legacy and Vintage environments. Standard playability depends heavily on the current creature meta and available ramp options.

Combos & Synergies

Token generators like Beast Attack create perfect setups, producing multiple creatures that immediately threaten lethal damage with the buff. Mana dorks such as Llanowar Elves serve double duty by providing early ramp and becoming additional attackers when enhanced. Vivien of the Arkbow pairs naturally by creating creature tokens and providing additional card selection to find Overrun when needed. Any strategy focused on going wide rather than tall maximizes the effect's impact.
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