Deck Strategies
Marath, Will of the Wild
The Marath deck aims to create a sizeable threat on board by equipping creatures with various artifacts that enhance their abilities.
Feather, the Redeemed
The Feather deck primarily uses its commander's ability to recur spells, with Dreadhorde Arcanist assisting in this strategy. They aim to build up a formidable board state and manipulate their hand for optimal plays.
Admiral Beckett Brass
The Admiral Beckett Brass deck focuses on creating a board state with pirates and using their commander for advantage. Utilizing cards like Molten Echoes to create token copies of pirates accelerates this plan.
Esika, God of the Tree // The Prismatic Bridge
The Esika deck uses its commander's ability to bring out powerful creatures from the deck. It also incorporates elements of control, using Brina the Demagogue to manipulate opponents' attacks and draw cards.
Gameplay Insights
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Sage's decision to equip Siona with multiple artifacts early in the game led to a significant power swing.
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Ben's use of Brina, the Demagogue cleverly influenced other players' attack decisions and provided him with additional card draw.
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Keith's play of Slippery Scoundrel, which quickly became Eureka, the Tiger Shadow, was a smart way to introduce an unexpected threat on the board.
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Carlos's use of Plarg, Dean of Chaos for card advantage was a strategic move to maintain a steady flow of options in hand.
Notable Cards
Molten Echoes
Summary
The game kicked off with all players setting up their boards and ramping up their mana with a variety of lands and artifacts. Sage playing Marath was the first to pose a real threat by equipping Siona, Captain of Pileus with multiple artifacts including the Gold Vein Pick, Helm of the Gods, and Tormentor’s Helm, making her a formidable force. Ben, playing Esika, made good use of Brina, the Demagogue, encouraging players to attack opponents with more life, thereby drawing cards and strengthening Brina. Keith, commanding Admiral Beckett Brass, built an advantage with Slippery Scoundrel that quickly became Eureka, the Tiger Shadow, causing some concern among the opponents. Carlos, running Feather, utilized Plarg, Dean of Chaos for card advantage and set up Vanguard of Brumas and Dreadhorde Arcanist on board.