Godo vs Oona vs Kess vs Tymna/Thrasios

Decklists

Deck & Commander Strategies

Godo, Bandit Warlord
Focuses on quickly assembling Helm of the Host to create infinite combat phases and win through combat damage, supported by equipment like Hammer of Nazahn and efficient creatures.
Oona, Queen of the Fae
Uses infinite mana and mill combos to win by decking opponents, leveraging blue and black control elements to protect key combo pieces.
Kess, Dissident Mage
A storm-based deck that casts multiple spells per turn to build storm count and finish with Aetherflux Reservoir, utilizing the graveyard for recursion and additional spells.
Tymna the Weaver / Thrasios, Triton Hero
A control-combo deck that uses Dramatic Scepter to generate infinite mana and card draw, supported by efficient ramp and card filtering to find answers and combos.

Gameplay Insights

1
Godo's Helm of the Host combo was effectively disrupted early by targeted removal and counterspells, demonstrating the importance of interaction against fast combo decks.
2
The decision to cast Reverberate on a Counterspell to protect a critical creature shows the high priority placed on maintaining board presence in a fast-paced cEDH game.
3
Mike's successful resolution of Paradox Engine despite multiple counterspell attempts highlights the power of redundancy and backup plans in combo decks.
4
The use of Sensei's Divining Top combined with Thrasios activations allowed for deep deck digging and efficient card selection, enabling the assembly of complex combos.
5
Don's Kess deck leveraged Rhystic Study tax and Aetherflux Reservoir to generate incremental advantage and apply pressure, illustrating the synergy of storm and control elements.
6
The interplay of multiple tutors, mana acceleration, and counterspells created a dynamic environment where timing and sequence of plays were crucial for maintaining momentum.

Notable Cards

Helm of the Host
Hammer of Nazahn
Aetherflux Reservoir
Paradox Engine
Sensei's Divining Top
Rhystic Study
Mystic Remora
Mana Crypt
Lion's Eye Diamond
Imperial Recruiter
Mox Opal
Candelabra of Tawnos
Brainstorm
Counterspell
Reverberate
Pact of Negation

Gameplay Summary

The game started with a focus on early mana ramp and disruption, with Godo attempting an aggressive Helm of the Host combo approach but facing early counterspells and removal.

Oona aimed to build up an infinite mana and mill combo but was slowed down by counterplays and board interaction.

Kess developed her storm strategy around Aetherflux Reservoir and card advantage through spells and tutors, while Tymna/Thrasios sought to assemble the Dramatic Scepter combo and establish control with card filtering and ramp.

A key turning point came when Godo's initial Godo play was disrupted by Dismember, but the Hammer of Nazahn was fetched and equipped to Magnus of the Moon, gaining board presence.

Later, a significant sequence involved Mike (Tymna/Thrasios) resolving Paradox Engine despite attempts to counter it and then leveraging the engine with Sensei's Divining Top to dig deeply and set up combos.

Don's Kess deck maintained pressure with Baral and Rhystic Study, while Dylan's Oona struggled to find lands and key pieces early.

The interplay of counterspells, tutors, and mana acceleration shaped a game where control and combo threats danced around each other, with Tymna/Thrasios ultimately gaining a substantial advantage by resolving Paradox Engine and assembling their combo pieces.

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