Bolster

Bolster
Keyword Action
Introduced	Fate Reforged
Last used	Dragons of Tarkir
Reminder Text	Bolster N (Choose a creature you control with the least toughness or tied for least toughness among creatures you control. Put N +1/+1 counters on that creature.)
Storm Scale	5
Statistics	21 cards 61.9% 33.3% 4.8%
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keyword:"Bolster"

Bolster is a keyword action introduced in Fate Reforged where it replaced Outlast from Khans of Tarkir as the mechanic associated with the Abzan Houses. Bolster is also featured in Dragons of Tarkir, associated with Clan Dromoka.

Description

When Bolster N, you choose a creature with the least toughness or tied with the least toughness among creatures you control and put N +1/+1 counters on it.

Rules

From the glossary of the Comprehensive Rules (June 7, 2024—Modern Horizons 3)

Bolster

A keyword action that puts +1/+1 counters on the weakest creature a player controls. See rule 701.33, “Bolster.”

From the Comprehensive Rules (June 7, 2024—Modern Horizons 3)

• 701.33. Bolster
  • 701.33a “Bolster N” means “Choose a creature you control with the least toughness or tied for least toughness among creatures you control. Put N +1/+1 counters on that creature.”

Rulings

• Bolster itself doesn't target any creature, though some spells and abilities that bolster may have other effects that target creatures. For example, you could put counters on a creature with protection from white with Abzan Skycaptain's bolster ability.
• You determine which creature to put counters on as the spell or ability that instructs you to bolster resolves.

Examples

Example

Honor's Reward
Instant
You gain 4 life. Bolster 2. (Choose a creature with the least toughness or tied with the least toughness among creatures you control and put two +1/+1 counters on it.)