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Job select

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What it does

"Job select" isn't a standard Magic keyword—it's flavor text wording used on certain cards from the Final Fantasy Universes Beyond set, where it appears as a triggered ability label rather than an evergreen mechanic. Typically a card with this wording lets you choose one of several modes when it enters or triggers, similar to how characters pick a class/job in the games. Always read the specific card, since the actual effect is spelled out beneath the "Job select" header. The common mistake is treating it like a keyword with universal rules—it has none. Each instance functions as a modal choice defined entirely by that card's text, so resolve it exactly as printed. In Commander, its relevance depends purely on the individual card. Evaluate the modes offered, just as you would any choose-one effect, for flexibility across varied board states.

Iconic cards with Job select

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Black Mage's Rod
Dancer's Chakrams
Machinist's Arsenal
Astrologian's Planisphere
Samurai's Katana
Reaper's Scythe
Blue Mage's Cane
Summoner's Grimoire
Dragoon's Lance
Ninja's Blades
White Mage's Staff
Red Mage's Rapier
Paladin's Arms
Thief's Knife