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Veyran VS Krenko 1v1 EDH/CMDR Gameplay

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Commanders featured in this video Reviewed & Verified

Decklists

Deck Strategies

  • Veyran, Voice of Duality

    Veyran, Voice of Duality

    Leverages instant and sorcery spells to trigger Veyran's ability, generating value and mana ramp. Uses control elements like Counterspell and card draw to maintain board presence and combo into extra turns for overwhelming advantage.

  • Krenko, Mob Boss

    Krenko, Mob Boss

    Focuses on aggressive goblin token generation to swarm opponents. Uses goblin lords and synergies to increase damage output rapidly, aiming to overwhelm with sheer numbers and combat damage.

Gameplay Insights

  • 1

    Veyran's use of Bonus Round in combination with Bergy and Brasque generated a large burst of mana and multiple extra turns, showcasing a powerful synergy for tempo advantage.

  • 2

    Krenko capitalized on his goblin synergies to produce multiple token goblins when tapped, maintaining board presence and pressure despite Veyran's combo plays.

  • 3

    The interaction involving casting Time Stretch with Bonus Round copying it led to four extra turns, a critical turning point that put Veyran in a strong position to close out the game.

  • 4

    Despite the overwhelming mana and extra turns, Veyran had to carefully manage combat and blocking, as Krenko's goblin army still posed a significant threat.

  • 5

    A subtle misplay by Veyran near the end of the game was mentioned, indicating that even in a winning position, precise sequencing and resource management remain crucial in high-level Commander play.

Notable Cards

  • Veyran, Voice of Duality

    Veyran, Voice of Duality

  • Krenko, Mob Boss

    Krenko, Mob Boss

  • Bonus Round

    Bonus Round

  • Time Stretch

    Time Stretch

  • Warren Instigator

    Warren Instigator

  • Goblin King

    Goblin King

  • Counterspell

    Counterspell

  • Cyclonic Rift

    Cyclonic Rift

  • Personal Tutor

    Personal Tutor

  • Scalding Tarn

    Scalding Tarn

  • Volcanic Island

    Volcanic Island

Summary

The game featured a clash between Veyran, Voice of Duality, and Krenko, Mob Boss in a fast-paced 1v1 Commander match. Early plays set the stage with Krenko establishing a goblin presence, leveraging cards like Warren Instigator and Goblin King to build board pressure. Veyran focused on controlling the board through counterspells and card draw, gradually developing mana and setting up for a combo turn. A pivotal moment came when Veyran cast Bonus Round combined with Bergy and Brasque to generate massive mana and multiple extra turns via Time Stretch, creating a huge tempo swing. Despite the tremendous mana and multiple extra turns, Krenko's board of goblins remained a threat, producing tokens that challenged Veyran's defenses. The game culminated in Veyran swinging with a large flyer, while Krenko responded by generating more goblins to block and apply pressure. The match ended shortly after with Veyran narrowly securing the win, although a noted misplay near the end hinted at potential alternate outcomes.