The Lord of the Rings x Commander Gameplay! | Commander VS | MTG Gameplay

Deck & Commander Strategies

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  Faramir, Prince of Ithilien

  The deck is built around the Monarch mechanic, aiming to maintain the crown to gain card advantage and build an army for a final rush.

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  Sauron, the Lidless Eye

  The deck aims to steal opponents' creatures and then use them as fodder for sacrifice effects, creating a powerful drain engine.

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  Gandalf the Grey

  The deck aims to deal incremental damage to opponents through instants and sorceries, working towards a slow burn victory.

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  Sméagol, Helpful Guide

  The deck leverages 'tempting' cards to gain an advantage, with a focus on land acquisition and control.

Gameplay Insights

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  The use of the Monarch mechanic by Faramir, Prince of Ithilien's player created an interesting dynamic in the game, with players constantly vying for the crown.

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  Smeagol, Helpful Guide's player's use of 'Tempt with Discovery' early in the game set a tone for the rest of the match, showcasing the power of manipulation in the Commander format.

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  The ability of Sauron, the Lidless Eye to steal creatures and then sacrifice them created a powerful engine that was a constant threat throughout the game.

Notable Cards

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  Tempt with Discovery

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  Prismatic Vista

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  Village Rites

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  Lightning Greaves

Gameplay Summary