Mirko vs Velomachus vs Lynde vs Uril | EDH Gameplay | Smooth Brain EDH

Deck Strategies

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  Mirko, Obsessive Theorist

  This deck uses surveilling to pump up Mirko, fill up the graveyard, and reanimate impactful creatures.

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  Velomachus Lorehold

  This deck aims to ramp up to cast Velomachus, swing for attacks, cast free spells off the top of the deck, and repeat. It includes extra combat steps for additional value.

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  Lynde, Cheerful Tormentor

  This deck focuses on casting curses to slow down the game and gradually wear down opponents.

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  Uril, the Miststalker

  This is an auras deck, aiming to enchant Uril, the Miststalker with as many auras as possible for powerful attacks.

Gameplay Insights

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  Kelvin's play of Trinisphere slowed down the pace of the game significantly, forcing everyone to adjust their strategies.

• 2

  Ethan's Chaos Warp on Trinisphere was a crucial play that unlocked the game for more rapid plays.

• 3

  Jason's play of Unquestioned Authority on Uril was a solid move that made Uril a major threat on the board.

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  Kelvin's decision to counter Winds of Wrath with Fierce Guardianship maintained the board state, allowing him to keep applying pressure.

• 5

  The casting of Relentless Assault by Ethan put Kelvin under significant pressure and highlighted the aggressive nature of his deck.

Notable Cards

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  Trinisphere

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  Chaos Warp

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  Unquestioned Authority

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  Fierce Guardianship

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  Relentless Assault

Summary

The game kicked off with the players casting their commanders and setting up their strategies. The first turning point came when Kelvin on Lynde cast Trinisphere, altering the pace of the game. However, Ethan on Velomachus managed to Chaos Warp it away, opening the game up for more rapid plays. Jason on Uril got a significant boost by enchanting Uril with Unquestioned Authority, making it a problematic threat on the board. However, Jason's attempt to wipe the board with Winds of Wrath was countered by Kelvin's Fierce Guardianship, keeping the game state intact. Toward the end, Ethan managed to cast Relentless Assault for an extra combat phase, pressuring Kelvin further.