
# Catfight: The Cat Has Nine Lives (And You'd Better Use Them All)

Magic is at its best when it's fast, scrappy, and unpredictable. **Catfight** is a fan-made format created by [ReyaaDawnMTG](https://www.youtube.com/@ReyaaDawnMTG) that delivers exactly that. Low-cost spells, singleton deckbuilding, and a single creature that anchors every game: your **Nine-Lives Familiar**.

It's cheap to build, quick to play, and every game feels like it matters. Now you can play it on ManyTCG.

## What is Catfight?

Catfight is a 1v1 format built around one core idea: protect your cat, kill theirs.

Each player starts at **9 life** with a **Nine-Lives Familiar** on the battlefield carrying **8 revival counters**. Your cat is your only creature. If it dies with no counters left, you lose. Simple as that.

The rest of your deck is built from **non-creature spells with CMC 1** _(with some exceptions)_ and **lands**. No expensive bombs, no creature-heavy boards, just tight, efficient spellcasting and a cat that refuses to stay dead.

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## The Full Ruleset

Here's everything you need to know:

### Setup

- 1v1
- 9 starting life
- Non-combat damage dealt to you by your opponent is **prevented** (life loss is still allowed, and you can damage yourself)

### Deckbuilding

- **40-card singleton minimum** (excluding Nine-Lives Familiar)
- Only **non-creature cards of CMC 1** and **lands** (no zero-cost spells, no Dryad Arbor)
- X spells, Kicker, Talent, and similar mechanics are allowed
- **9-card sideboard**

### The Cat

- Each player starts with a **Nine-Lives Familiar** on the battlefield with **8 revival counters**
- The cat doesn't count toward your 40-card minimum
- It can attack on turn 1
- **If your cat dies with no counters left, you lose the game**

### Cat-Specific Interactions (The Golden Rule)

**You cannot make the cat do what the cat doesn't want to do.**

In other words, you cannot stop the cat from coming back from the graveyard as designed and intended. Specifically, you cannot:

- **Exile** the cat from any zone
- **Bounce** the cat (it can't go into anyone's hand)
- **Put the cat into a library** from any zone
- **Remove the cat's death trigger ability** ("loses all abilities" effects will remove other abilities, but not the return-from-death trigger)
- **Stifle or counter** the cat's death trigger
- **Make the cat leave either graveyard** (or not leave) beyond its own trigger (no Reanimate, no Malakir Rebirth, no Grafdigger's Cage)
- **Turn the cat face down**, manifest it, or similar effects
- **Permanently gain control** of your opponent's cat (if you do, it returns at the end of turn)

**Edge cases:**

- If something would affect multiple cards and one of them is the cat, it resolves as normal **except** it doesn't affect the cat. (Example: Bojuka Bog exiles everything in a graveyard except the cat.)
- If something requires you to return, exile, or otherwise move a card and you have options other than the cat, **you must choose the other card**. (Example: Curfew is cast while you have a cat and a token in play. You must return the token.)

## Why Catfight Works

The CMC 1 restriction and singleton rule mean every card matters. There are no dead draws, no waiting around for a big finisher. You're making meaningful decisions from turn one.

The format naturally stays budget-friendly since you're only playing cheap spells. And because non-combat damage from your opponent is prevented, the game revolves entirely around combat with your cat and strategic use of your 1-mana toolkit.

Games are **fast**. If you've ever wanted a format you can squeeze into a lunch break, Catfight is it.

## How to Play Catfight on ManyTCG

Getting started is straightforward:

1. **Create an account** (if you haven't already -- [Sign Up Here](https://manytcg.com/signup))
2. **Build a Catfight deck** -- select "Catfight" as your format when creating a new MTG deck. The deck validator will enforce all the rules for you.
3. **Pick your Nine-Lives Familiar** -- you'll be prompted to select it as a format extra, just like choosing a Commander.
4. **Hit Playtest** and invite your opponent.

When the game starts, your Nine-Lives Familiar will already be on the battlefield with its 8 revival counters. No setup needed.

## Deckbuilding Tips

Since you're locked to CMC 1 non-creature spells, here are some directions to explore:

- **Removal:** Swords to Plowshares, Path to Exile, Fatal Push -- the usual suspects all cost 1
- **Pump spells:** Giant Growth, Mutagenic Growth, Rancor -- making your cat hit harder is a real strategy
- **Protection:** Gods Willing, Snakeskin Veil, Tyvar's Stand -- keeping your cat alive is everything
- **X spells:** These are legal and scale into the late game. Fireball variants and flexible removal give you reach
- **Cantrips:** Brainstorm, Ponder, Opt -- consistency matters in singleton

The tension between going aggressive (attacking with your cat, pumping it) and playing defensive (holding up protection, managing counters) is what makes Catfight tick.

## Credit Where It's Due

Catfight was created by **ReyaaDawnMTG**. You can check out the full format breakdown and see it in action on their [YouTube channel](https://youtu.be/DHp2Wx-gFZ0).

## Ready to Scrap?

Build a deck, hit **Playtest**, and see how far nine lives can take you. Catfight proves that Magic doesn't need big mana or complex board states to be thrilling. Sometimes all you need is a cat, a handful of cheap spells, and the nerve to swing first.

Good luck out there. Your cat is counting on you.


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## Show Off Your Achievements

We are thrilled to introduce **Badges** to ManyTCG. A brand-new achievement system that rewards you for doing what you already love: building decks, drafting, collecting, crafting, and being part of the community.

Every badge is a beautifully crafted hexagonal medal, and there are **tons** of them to earn across several categories. Whether you're a casual brewer or a hardcore collector, there's something here for everyone.

## What Are Badges?

Badges are achievements you earn by reaching milestones on ManyTCG. Create your first deck? Badge. Collect 1,000 cards? Badge. Craft a card with blue in it? _You would_—and yes, there's a badge for that too.

Each badge belongs to one of six tiers, from humble **Bronze** all the way up to the legendary **Obsidian**:

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Many badges are part of **progression chains**—earn one and the next tier in the chain is revealed. Some badges are **secret** until you're close to unlocking them, so there are always surprises waiting around the corner.

## Two Special Badges Worth Highlighting

### Join Our Discord — "Welcome to Jurassic Park!"

This **Cobalt-tier** badge is earned by joining the [ManyTCG Discord community](https://discord.gg/wKEgQbhwHb). Our Discord is where the community hangs out—share deck ideas, get feedback, chat about your favorite TCGs, and stay up to date with the latest features. It's free, it's fun, and you get a gorgeous badge for it.

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**[Join the ManyTCG Discord](https://discord.gg/wKEgQbhwHb)** and claim your badge today.

### Become a Patron — "Literal Saint"

This is the crown jewel—an **Obsidian-tier** badge, the rarest tier in the game. Become a [ManyTCG Patron](https://www.patreon.com/c/ManyTCG) to earn it. Patrons help keep ManyTCG running and growing, and this badge is our way of saying _thank you_. Plus, patrons get extra crafting slots and more perks.

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**[Support ManyTCG on Patreon](https://www.patreon.com/c/ManyTCG)** and wear the Literal Saint badge with pride.

## Pin Your Favorite Badge

Here's the best part: you can **pin** any earned badge to your profile avatar. Your pinned badge will show up everywhere your avatar appears—in comments, on deck pages, in search results, and in the header.

### How to Pin a Badge

1. Go to your **Profile** and click the **Badges** tab
2. Find a badge you've earned
3. Click the **pin icon** next to it

That's it. Your chosen badge now appears on your avatar across the entire site. Want to switch it up? Just pin a different badge. Want to remove it? Click the pin icon again to unpin.

If you're a patron and haven't pinned anything manually, your Literal Saint badge will show automatically—because you deserve it.

## Start Earning

Head to your [profile](https://manytcg.com) and check out the Badges tab to see your progress. Many badges you may have already earned without even knowing it—they'll be waiting for you.

Build decks. Draft cards. Grow your collection. Engage with the community. Every action brings you closer to your next badge.

Happy collecting.

_The ManyTCG Team_


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# Dandân: The Shared-Deck Format That Breaks Your Brain

Magic: The Gathering has no shortage of formats, but some of the most interesting ones weren’t created by Wizards at all. **Dandân**, also known as _Forgetful Fish_, is a fan-made format (created by [Nick Floyd](https://bsky.app/profile/magicstorytime.bsky.social)) that turns Magic into a battle of memory, timing, and restraint.

It is minimal, strange, and deceptively deep... and now you can play it here on ManyTCG.

## Why do people call it Forgetful Fish?

The entire format revolves around these two cards:

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- **Dandân**, is the only creature in the deck and the primary win condition
- **Memory Lapse**, counters spells by putting them back on top of the shared library

Because both players draw from the same deck, every counterspell, scry, or tutor affects _both_ sides. A play that looks strong now might hand your opponent the perfect answer on their next draw.

Dandân isn’t about raw power—it’s about timing and denial.

## Ok cool cool, so what are the rules of Dandân?

Dandân is originally a two-player format where **both players share a single deck and a single graveyard**.

The rules are simple:

- Two players
- One shared 80-card deck
- One shared graveyard
- Each player starts at 20 life
- You lose at 0 life or by drawing from an empty library

Other than that, Magic works as normal. The complexity comes from how the deck is built—and how much information both players are forced to share.

## So... How do I Play it on ManyTCG??

Playing Dandân on ManyTCG is easy and requires minimal setup.

1. Make an account (if you don't have one -- [Sign Up Here](https://manytcg.com/signup))
2. Build a Dandân deck (or copy one!) - remember to include 10 copies of Dandân and 8 of Memory Lapse.
3. Click **Playtest**.
4. Invite your opponent and start playing with shared-deck rules.

That’s it!

If you want a deck to copy for yourself try this one out: [Dandân](https://manytcg.com/decks/cml8o9i8u0001l904pwdp9ymg)

## Here is the full deck list for reference

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## Ok... so why do people like this format?

Dandân rewards careful play more than almost any other format.

- Every spell reveals information
- Every decision shapes future turns
- Mistakes are hard to hide and harder to recover from

For newer players, it’s a crash course in stack interaction and tempo. For experienced players, it feels closer to a strategy game than a traditional Magic match.

And since all you need is one deck, it’s perfect for quick games or downtime between rounds. _Actually quick is a bit of stretch... maybe set aside a night for this one..._

## Sweet... What were you talking about again?..

Dandân proves that Magic doesn’t need complex board states or flashy win conditions to be compelling. Sometimes, all it takes is a shared deck, a forgetful fish, and the constant fear that your best play might help your opponent more than you.

If you’ve ever wanted to test your understanding of blue Magic—or just try something genuinely different—Dandân is worth your time.

Build a deck, hit **Playtest** on ManyTCG, and see how deep the pond really is...


Dandân (Forgetful Fish Format) - Learn and play it on ManyTCG!


## Crafted Cards Have Arrived 🎉

### Welcome to the ManyTCG Craft Page

Your ideas just became playable.

With **Crafted Cards**, you can now design fully custom cards directly inside ManyTCG—and immediately use them in decks _and_ playtests. Whether you’re prototyping a wild combo, designing a custom commander, or just having fun, crafting puts full creative control in your hands.

You can craft **up to 10 cards for free**, or unlock even more by becoming a [Patreon member](https://www.patreon.com/c/ManyTCG). Crafted cards are clearly marked with a **“CC” tag** in the top-left corner so they’re always easy to spot in the deck builder and during playtesting.

## Limitations!!

Before you get too deep into crafted cards it is worth noting some limitations! (subject to change)

- Crafted cards can only be added to the owner's deck. If you copy a deck with crafted cards in it, the crafted cards will not be copied over!
- Crafted cards are not currently draft-able. If you create a cube with crafted cards in it, they will not appear in the draft.
- Decks containing crafted cards will only appear in the deck search if you select the "Include Crafted Cards" option in the deck search filters. This is to keep the focus of deck search on decks with real cards in them.

## Getting Started ✨

Crafting a card is quick and intuitive:

1. Click **Craft** (or visit it here [Craft](https://manytcg.com/craft))
2. Choose your frames and layout
3. Add text
4. Save—and play!

To begin, head to the **Craft** page:

- Click **Craft** from the main navigation, or
- Open **My Stuff → Crafted Cards**

![Craft Links](https://assets.manytcg.com/blog/manytcg-craft/1-links.webp 'Craft Links')

On this page you’ll see all of your crafted cards, along with how many crafting slots you have remaining.

Click **Craft** in the top-right corner to create a new card.

![Craft Page](https://assets.manytcg.com/blog/manytcg-craft/2-page.webp 'Craft Page')

## The Crafting Tool 🛠️

The editor is split into two tabs: **Design** and **Text**. Let’s start with **Design**.

### 🎨 Design Tab

This is where your card’s look comes to life.

**Choose a TCG**  
Select which TCG you’re crafting for. (Refer to our [Roadmap](https://manytcg.com/help/roadmap) to see supported TCGs.)

**Pick a Primary Layout**  
For example, if you’re crafting an MTG creature card, select **Regular**. This ensures artwork and text render in the correct positions.

**Upload Artwork**  
Add any artwork you want featured on the card.

- Enable **Use Artwork Image Only** to display only the art
- Choose **Full Art Card** for designs where the artwork extends beyond the frame

**Design Type & Design Set**  
These control your card’s frame style. For now, keep both set to **Regular**—but feel free to explore. Some design sets include special add-ons like:

- Card crowns
- Holo stamps
- Unique frame accents

Don’t be shy—experiment!

**Layering & Masking**  
This is where things get powerful.

Add layers by clicking any of the images below. You can:

- Mask frames to use only the left or right side
- Isolate specific elements like pinlines or titles
- Stack multiple layers to create completely custom frames

Layering and masking let you create endlessly unique card designs.

![Design](https://assets.manytcg.com/blog/manytcg-craft/3-image.webp 'Design')

### ✍️ Text Tab

Once your card looks right, it’s time to make it _playable_.

Here you’ll add all required text. For a creature card, this includes:

- Title
- Cost
- Supertype, type, and subtype
- Rarity
- Rules text
- Flavor text
- Power / Toughness

Use **Formatting Help** to see which mana symbols are supported in mana costs and rules text. You can also **bold** or _italicize_ text where appropriate.

![Text](https://assets.manytcg.com/blog/manytcg-craft/4-text.webp 'Text')

When everything looks just right—**save your card**.

## Adding Crafted Cards to Decks 🧩

Once saved, crafted cards behave just like normal cards.

You can add them to decks in two ways.

### From the Craft Page

Click the **Options** dropdown on a crafted card and choose:

- **Create Deck With**
- **Add to Existing Deck or Bundle**

![Create Deck](https://assets.manytcg.com/blog/manytcg-craft/5-create-deck.webp 'Create Deck')

### From the Deck Builder

On the deck page, click **Add Crafted Card** directly beneath the card search bar. Select the crafted card you want to add.

![Add Modal](https://assets.manytcg.com/blog/manytcg-craft/6-add-modal.webp 'Add Modal')

## Crafted Cards Follow the Rules 📜

Crafted cards respect the rules of their respective TCGs.

For example, if you set a creature’s supertype to **Legendary**, you can use **Set as Commander** on the deck page.

![Set As Commander](https://assets.manytcg.com/blog/manytcg-craft/7-set-as.webp 'Set As Commander')

Clicking a crafted card shows its full details, just like a normal card—with a clear indicator that it’s crafted.

![View Details](https://assets.manytcg.com/blog/manytcg-craft/8-view-details.webp 'View Details')

## Playtesting with Crafted Cards 🎮

Here’s where it gets really fun.

You can **playtest decks that include crafted cards**. Click **Playtest** as usual. In the setup modal, check **Allow Crafted Cards** to enable them.

You can also uncheck this option to prevent crafted cards from being used—doing so will automatically filter them out of decks.

![Allow For Playtesting](https://assets.manytcg.com/blog/manytcg-craft/9-playtest-setup.webp 'Allow For Playtesting')

And just like that—you’re playtesting with your own creation.

![Playtesting](https://assets.manytcg.com/blog/manytcg-craft/10-playtest-play.webp 'Playtesting')

## Go Craft Something Awesome 🚀

That’s it! Your ideas are no longer stuck in your head—they’re playable, testable, and ready to shake things up.

Have fun, experiment wildly, and happy crafting.

If you have any feedback or suggestions we would love to hear it!!!

_The ManyTCG Team_ ❤️


Crafted Cards


## Drafting with ManyTCG 🎉

### Welcome to the Draft Page

Ready to dive into your next draft? ManyTCG makes it simple and exciting to draft with friends, test your skills, or just crack some packs for fun!  
You can see all supported TCGs by visiting the <a href="/draft">draft page</a>.

![ManyTCG Draft Page](https://assets.manytcg.com/blog/manytcg-draft/1_draft_page.png 'Draft Page')

### Setting Up Your Draft

Within ManyTCG, you can draft from a **cube**, a **custom draft list**, or a **set**.  
In this article, we’ll walk through how to draft from a set — the most classic way to play.

To get started, click **“Start Drafting”** from the draft homepage.  
Select **“Set”**, then fill in your options:

- The TCG you’re drafting
- The set you want to draft from
- Number of players
- Packs per player
- Picks per turn
- Turn timer

Each draft has one round per pack — so if you set **3 packs per player**, you’ll play through **3 rounds** of drafting fun.

Once you’ve got your settings just right, click **“Create Lobby.”**

![Draft Setup Options](https://assets.manytcg.com/blog/manytcg-draft/2_setup.png 'Draft Setup')

### The Draft Lobby

Now you’re in the **draft lobby**, the launchpad for your draft!

Here you’ll see the **draft settings** you selected and a list of **players** in your lobby.  
Want to invite friends? Copy the **Invite Link** and share it with anyone who has a ManyTCG account.

Don’t have a full pod? No worries — **bots will automatically fill in** the remaining seats once you click **“Start Draft.”**

![Draft Lobby](https://assets.manytcg.com/blog/manytcg-draft/3_lobby.png 'Draft Lobby')

### Draft Time!

Here’s where the real fun begins.  
Each round, every player opens a virtual pack filled with cards from the chosen set.  
Pick your cards for the turn based on your **“Picks per Turn”** setting, then click **“Confirm Picks”** (or double-click your final card) to lock them in and pass the pack.

This continues until all the cards are drafted, and then — boom — a new round begins with a fresh pack!

Run out of time? Don’t stress. A random card will be selected for you so the draft keeps moving smoothly.

### Sorting Your Picks

Keep your draft organized and your strategy sharp!  
You can sort your picks anytime using the dropdown in your **Picks** section.  
Sort by:

- Card Type
- Cost
- Rarity
- Color

A quick sort can help you spot synergies or gaps in your deck before the next pick.

![Sorting Picks](https://assets.manytcg.com/blog/manytcg-draft/4_sort.png 'Sorting Picks')

### Extras & Sideboard

Once the draft wraps up, you might have a few extra steps depending on the TCG.

For example, **MTG** players can add **lands** directly from the **“Your Picks”** section once the draft ends.  
Don’t want a card in your main deck? Click it to move it to your **Sideboard** — and click again to move it back.

![Sideboard and Land Picks](https://assets.manytcg.com/blog/manytcg-draft/5_picks_and_lands.png 'Sideboard and Lands')

### Saving Your Deck

Happy with your picks? Time to make it official.  
Click **“Create Deck”**, give it a name and description, choose whether to make it public or private, and then hit **“Create Deck.”**

![Create Deck](https://assets.manytcg.com/blog/manytcg-draft/6_create_deck_.png 'Create Deck')

After a few seconds, you’ll be automatically redirected to your brand-new **Deck Builder** page, where you can fine-tune your build, make edits, or even jump straight into playtesting with friends!

![Deck Builder](https://assets.manytcg.com/blog/manytcg-draft/7_deck_builder.png 'Deck Builder')

We’re thrilled to bring drafting to ManyTCG, and we can’t wait to see what decks you create.  
Got feedback or ideas? We’d love to hear from you — every suggestion helps make drafting even better.

Happy drafting, and may your pulls be legendary! 🌟

_The ManyTCG Team_


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