Outlaws of Thunder Junction - Satoru, Rakdos, Felix, Vraska - cEDH Gameplay Ep 146

Deck Strategies

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  Satoru, the Infiltrator

  Satoru’s deck was built around free to cast creatures and combo pieces like Cloudstone Curio or Hullbreaker Horror.

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  Rakdos, the Muscle

  Rakdos' deck involves a 3 card combo with the commander, with many sacrifice outlets and interactions.

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  Felix Five-Boots

  Felix’s deck is a combat-focused deck, aiming to exploit the combat phase.

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  Vraska, the Silencer

  Vraska's deck is packed with removal to abuse opponent’s creatures through Vraska’s ability. It can also win with Thoracle without resorting to Praetor’s Grasp.

Gameplay Insights

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  Baal's use of Rakdos' ability to sacrifice creatures and exile cards from the top of his library was a key part of his strategy.

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  Drake used Vraska's ability to steal creatures sacrificed by Baal, which affected the tempo of the game.

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  Josh's decision to hardcast Sea Gate Restoration was a significant play, as it allowed him to refill his hand while the board was being controlled by other players.

Notable Cards

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  Cloudstone Curio

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  Hullbreaker Horror

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  Phyrexian Altar

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  Grief

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  Impulsive Pilferer

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  Sea Gate Restoration // Sea Gate, Reborn

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  Culling the Weak

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  Phyrexian Altar

Summary

The game started with all players mulliganing down to 5-6 cards. Josh, playing Satoru, the Infiltrator, focused on a strategy revolving around free to cast creatures and combo pieces. Baal, playing Rakdos, the Muscle, sought out a 3 card combo with his commander. Hélder, piloting Felix Five-Boots, tried a combat-focused deck, while guest Drake, with Vraska, the Silencer, aimed to abuse opponent’s creatures with his commander's ability. The game proceeded with players building up their board states and attempting to execute their strategies. Baal used Rakdos' ability to sacrifice his creatures, triggering Rakdos and exiling top cards of his library. Meanwhile, Drake used Vraska's ability to steal Baal's creatures. The transcript ends with Baal triggering Rakdos' ability again after sacrificing a token.