upkeep. on your turn. 2. magic the gathering
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What is Upkeep?
Upkeep happens right after Untap, but before you draw a card.
It’s a short phase where cards with "at the beginning of your upkeep" effects will trigger — and you’ll often need to pay costs, sacrifice things, or gain bonuses depending on the cards you control.
📌 Important facts:
It’s a window for triggers — nothing happens unless something tells you to.
Players can cast instants or activate abilities during upkeep.
It’s often used to set the tone for your turn — bonuses or consequences before you draw.
🧠 Why it matters:
This is your "maintenance step". Enchantments, creatures, or artifacts may demand payment or reward you for keeping them around.
Think of it like checking your inbox before your workday begins — stuff shows up here first!