20 Best Board Wipes in Magic: The Gathering

While early sweepers simply destroyed everything in sight, decades of card design have led to a fascinating variety of board wipe functionality. Modern alternatives often bypass indestructible keywords and death triggers using non-targeting exile effects or mass toughness penalties like -X/-X. Other variations leverage cost-reduction mechanics, instant-speed mass bouncing, or modular options, allowing players to turn a seemingly symmetrical effect into a devastating advantage.