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Backline — Riftbound keyword reference

Glossary

Backline is a Riftbound keyword on units that pushes combat damage away from them — the reverse of Tank. A unit with Backline must be assigned lethal damage after every other unit the same controller has that doesn't have Backline, so it's protected as long as there's anything else on the board to take the hit first.

Want the full breakdown? Read the complete guide — how Backlineworks step by step, why it's strong, and how to build a deck around it.Riftbound Combat Keywords Explained: Tank, Shield, Deflect, Assault, Backline & Ganking
Full Backline deckbuilding guide →Tank keyword →Shield keyword →Ganking keyword →All keywords →
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