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Urza, Lord Protector vs Mishra, Claimed by Gix | Brother's War 1v1 EDH Gameplay | Smooth Brain EDH

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Decklists

Deck Strategies

  • Urza, Lord Protector

    Urza, Lord Protector

    Utilizes Urza's cost reduction ability for artifacts, instants, and sorceries to generate value and control the board.

  • Mishra, Claimed by Gix

    Mishra, Claimed by Gix

    Turns the deck into a Rakdos artifact graveyard deck, using recurring and destructive artifacts to control the game and deal damage.

Gameplay Insights

  • 1

    Corey's use of Noxious Gearhulk was a major turning point, allowing him to eliminate Sam's Mishra and swing the game in his favor.

  • 2

    Sam's ability to adapt and defend against Corey's offensive pressure, including the use of Teferi's Protection to avoid a potential defeat, demonstrated the resilience of his deck.

  • 3

    The casting of Shieldrite The Apocalypse by Corey put Sam on a clock, forcing him to have an answer or lose the game.

  • 4

    The use of Phyrexian Dragon Engine in combination with Mishra and Lightning Greaves was a powerful combo that put significant pressure on Sam.

Notable Cards

  • Noxious Gearhulk

    Noxious Gearhulk

  • Mishra, Claimed by Gix

    Mishra, Claimed by Gix

  • Urza, Lord Protector

    Urza, Lord Protector

  • Phyrexian Dragon Engine

    Phyrexian Dragon Engine

Summary

This high-stakes 1v1 EDH match between brothers Sam and Corey saw them piloting Urza, Lord Protector and Mishra, Claimed by Gix, respectively. The game was characterized by a constant tug-of-war, with both players showcasing their decks' power and resilience. Sam kicked off the game with a command of Urza, utilizing its cost-reducing ability and packing it with artifacts, instants, and sorceries. Corey, on the other hand, led with Mishra and turned his deck into a Rakdos artifact graveyard deck. The turning point of the game was when Corey cast Noxious Gearhulk to eliminate Sam's Mishra. Despite Sam's attempts to defend himself, Corey's offensive pressure eventually overpowered him, leading to his victory.

Description

This is our first time trying out 1v1 gameplay! Let us know what you thought of it? We might have more on the way! Mishra and Urza were super fun to build and play!

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| Decks | Urza: www.moxfield.com/decks/tEdRfey3HESsOfbI3q17IQ Mishra: www.moxfield.com/decks/tXb2oKyn2kKMUm6s0olKsQ