Deck Strategies
Brigone, Soldier of Meletis
This deck aims to use Brigone's ability to put +1/+1 counters and draw cards. The Agathist Soul Cauldron was a key component, allowing for more flexibility with activated abilities.
Alesha, Who Laughs at Fate
Alesha's deck seeks to attack and put +1/+1 counters on Alesha, then use her ability to reanimate creatures from the graveyard. There was a focus on creating treasures with cards like Pitiless Plunderer.
Gornog, the Red Reaper
Gornog's deck aims to make it difficult for opponents to block and then capitalize on the open board state to deal significant damage. The deck also leverages warrior synergies and haste enablers like Goblin Motivator.
Niv-Mizzet, Visionary
This deck uses Niv-Mizzet's ability to draw cards whenever a source deals non-combat damage to an opponent. The deck also leverages Ral, Monsoon Mage's ability to deal damage and draw cards, setting up potential combo finishes.
Gameplay Insights
- 1
The use of Agathist Soul Cauldron by the Brigone player was a key strategic decision, allowing them to tap for any color for activated abilities.
- 2
The Gornog player's decision to give creatures haste with Goblin Motivator allowed for aggressive plays and unexpected damage.
- 3
The Niv-Mizzet player's use of Ral, Monsoon Mage to deal damage and draw cards was a game-changing interaction that set them up for a potential win.
- 4
The Alesha player's use of Pitiless Plunderer to create treasures upon creature death provided a significant mana advantage.
Notable Cards
Goblin Motivator
Ral, Monsoon Mage // Ral, Leyline Prodigy
Pitiless Plunderer
Oketra's Monument
Summary
The gameplay was highly interactive with various commanders coming into play. Alesha, Who Laughs at Fate was first to hit the board, followed by Brigone, Soldier of Meletis. Brigone was able to get a significant advantage by casting an Agathist Soul Cauldron, allowing it to tap for any color for activated abilities. In the mid-game, there was a significant power swing with Gornog, the Red Reaper joining the fray. Gornog's ability made it difficult for opponents to block, leading to considerable damage dealt. However, the late game was dominated by Niv-Mizzet, Visionary. Despite some back and forth, the Niv-Mizzet player was able to stabilize and use Ral, Monsoon Mage to deal considerable damage and draw multiple cards, setting up for a potential win condition.
