Topic: +x/+y Counters Vs. +x/+y

I am trying to figure out the difference between the effect of a +x/+y Counter and the effect of +x/+y.  I was under the impression that a counter increased (Or decreased) by the value of X/y each turn...  Can someone please clarify?

Re: +x/+y Counters Vs. +x/+y

Counters remain after the turn ends whereas the spell effects typically do not.  So, for instance, if you cast Hunger of the Howlpack it places a +1/+1 counter on the creature, permanently pumping its power and toughness.  But if you were to cast Giant Growth, its power and toughness both are boosted by three (+3/+3) but at the end of the turn, that effect expires and the creature returns to normal.

Does that make sense?

Re: +x/+y Counters Vs. +x/+y

That makes perfect sense!  My wife and I have been arguing this for days!!!  She was right! lol