Possession

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NamePossession
TypeSpell
Description[Action] (Play on your turn or in showdowns.)Choose an enemy unit at a battlefield. Take control of it and recall it. (Send it to your base. This isn't a move.)
FlavorSome have a change of heart. Others need you to change it for them.
ArtistLeague of Legends
SetOrigins #203
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Power3
Energy8
DomainsChaos
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About Possession

Possession, Spell, designed by League of Legends first released in March 2026 in the set Origins.

**Possession** fits best in slow, control-oriented Spell Riftbound decks that aim to stall the board, generate long-term value, and win through inevitability rather than tempo—especially builds that can afford an 8-cost play and benefit from removing a key threat while denying death triggers (since recalling isn’t a move and avoids typical destruction synergies). It’s particularly strong against midrange or ramp decks that rely on a few high-impact units to dominate battlefields, as it both steals tempo and resets the opponent’s investment. However, at 8 cost, it competes with more efficient hard removal, board wipes, or permanent control effects; if the format includes lower-cost unconditional removal or true mind-control cards that don’t return the unit to base (i.e., that keep it on your side of the field), those are generally better because they provide stronger tempo swings and board presence. As a result, Possession is likely a niche tech card rather than a staple—playable in hea

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Frequently asked questions about Possession

What type of card is Possession?

Possession is a Spell card in Riftbound riftb.

What is the effect of Possession?

[Action] (Play on your turn or in showdowns.)Choose an enemy unit at a battlefield. Take control of it and recall it. (Send it to your base. This isn't a move.)

What is the original set of Possession?

Possession was first released in the set Origins, illustrated by League of Legends.

What is the legality of Possession?

Legality depends on the tournament format -- Possession can be legal in some formats and banned or restricted in others. See the full breakdown per format in the Legality section above.