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Commander VS S9E8: Dragonlord Ojutai vs Volrath vs Maelstrom Wanderer vs Omnath

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Commanders featured in this video Reviewed & Verified

Deck Strategies

  • Omnath, Locus of Mana

    Omnath, Locus of Mana

    Focused on ramping mana and deploying massive threats. Omnath's ability to store mana enabled the deployment of huge threats quickly.

  • Dragonlord Ojutai

    Dragonlord Ojutai

    Control deck with a focus on countering and disrupting opponents' plans. Aimed to win through gradual damage and control of the game state.

  • Volrath the Fallen

    Volrath the Fallen

    Focused on discarding high-cost creatures to boost Volrath's power and aim for one-shot kills.

  • Maelstrom Wanderer

    Maelstrom Wanderer

    Ramped into powerful creatures and spells using Wanderer's cascade ability. Aimed to overwhelm opponents with value and powerful board states.

Gameplay Insights

  • 1

    The use of control elements in the Ojutai deck was pivotal in keeping the aggressive strategies of Omnath and Maelstrom Wanderer in check.

  • 2

    Volrath's one-shot kill strategy created a constant threat that forced the other players to play defensively.

  • 3

    The cascading mechanics of the Maelstrom Wanderer deck allowed for explosive turns that could suddenly shift the balance of the game.

Notable Cards

  • Rude Awakening

    Rude Awakening

  • Fact or Fiction

    Fact or Fiction

  • Whispersilk Cloak

    Whispersilk Cloak

  • Blazing Archon

    Blazing Archon

  • Kiki-Jiki, Mirror Breaker

    Kiki-Jiki, Mirror Breaker

Summary

The game featured four distinct strategies with each commander leading the charge. Omnath, Locus of Mana, helmed a mono-green deck focused on ramping up mana and deploying massive threats. Dragonlord Ojutai led a control deck, aiming to dictate the pace of the game with counterspells and disruption. Volrath the Fallen piloted a deck focused on discarding high-cost creatures to boost Volrath's power and take out opponents in one fell swoop. Lastly, Maelstrom Wanderer led a 'good stuff' deck, ramping up mana and cascading into powerful creatures and spells. The game saw several swings in board advantage, with each player trying to establish a dominant position. The control elements of the Ojutai deck kept the aggressive strategies in check, while Maelstrom Wanderer and Omnath tried to overwhelm their opponents with sheer power. Volrath focused on a one-shot kill strategy, trying to take out opponents in a single attack.

Description

Break out the party favors and celebratory cake, because this is the 100th episode of Commander VS! What do Parnell, Noell, Suarez, and Green have in store for this momentous occasion? Let’s party!

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