Typal coupling
Coupling is R&D slang term used for the action of combining two creature types in rules text, in order to provide synergy and broader applicability. In concept, it very similar to batching.[1][2]
History
Wolves and werewolves
Wolves and werewolves were first combined on three cards in Shadows over Innistrad. The concept of coupling these creature types was expanded upon in Innistrad: Midnight Hunt (4 cards), Innistrad: Crimson Vow (6 cards) and Alchemy: Innistrad (2 cards).
Ninja's and rogues
Two cards in Kamigawa: Neon Dynasty combined ninjas and rogues.
Samarai and warriors
Ten cards in Kamigawa: Neon Dynasty combined samurai and warriors.
Serpents, Octopuses, Leviathans and Krakens
Six cards over six different sets batch together Serpents, Octopuses, Leviathans and Krakens as a "sea creature" collective.
References
- ↑ Mark Rosewater (February 9, 2022). "Please continue to do these double tribal cards". Blogatog. Tumblr.
- ↑ Mark Rosewater (February 9, 2022). "Can you start batching Snakes and Naga if they're going to remain separate tribes?". Blogatog. Tumblr.