Too Close to the Sun - Cedh Gameplay - Heliod Vs Ardenn/Silas Vs Evelyn Vs Shorikai

Deck Strategies

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  Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist / Silas Renn, Seeker Adept

  This deck uses Esper's control and interaction capabilities, supplemented with an equipment package, to disrupt opponents and control the board.

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  Heliod, the Radiant Dawn // Heliod, the Warped Eclipse

  This Azorius deck focuses on wheel effects to draw and cast spells for free, while also packing valuable control elements.

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  Evelyn, the Covetous

  This deck is capable of a fast Worldgorger combo win, and it also packs a powerful reanimation package with Underworld Breach as a backup.

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  Shorikai, Genesis Engine

  This Azorius artifact deck uses the Dramatic Scepter combo for infinite mana, and aims to win by drawing the entire deck and executing a win condition.

Gameplay Insights

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  Teddy's early attempt at a Worldgorger combo was a pivotal moment in the game, leading to a collective response from the table to disrupt the combo.

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  Cal's use of Arden and Silas Renn to equip multiple copies of Stone Forge Mystic with swords was a key strategy that applied consistent pressure on opponents.

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  Hidden's use of key spells like Dramatic Reversal and Mystic Remora, in conjunction with flipping their commander, helped stabilize their position.

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  Zing's effective use of the Dramatic Scepter combo and other key spells helped maintain a strong board presence and resource advantage.

Notable Cards

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  Worldgorger Dragon

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  Dramatic Reversal

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  Mystic Remora

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  Helm of the Host

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  Sword of Fire and Ice

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  Dress Down

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  Mindbreak Trap

Summary

The game started off with a bang as Teddy using Evelyn, the Covetous, attempted a turn one Worldgorger combo win. However, the table was able to collectively stop the combo, leaving Teddy without a board. Despite the setback, the game continued with Cal using Arden and Silas Renn's equipment strategy to great effect, making multiple copies of Stone Forge Mystic and equipping swords to them. However, Hidden, playing Heliod, the Radiant Dawn, was able to stabilize by flipping their commander and casting key spells like Dramatic Reversal and Mystic Remora. Zing, piloting Shorikai, Genesis Engine, also managed to maintain a strong board presence, building up his resources and casting key spells like Dramatic Scepter combo, despite the pressure from his opponents.