Commander VS S19E3: Kelsien VS Shabraz & Brallin VS Ukkima & Cazur VS Xyris | EDH

Deck Strategies

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  Kelsien, the Plague

  This deck focuses on utilizing Kelsien's ability to ping creatures and gain experience counters. It leverages equipment and other cards to give Kelsien deathtouch, allowing it to control the board by eliminating key creatures.

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  Ukkima, Stalking Shadow & Cazur

  The deck leverages Ukkima's unblockable ability and power-based damage output. The deck also utilizes +1/+1 counters and blink effects to maximize Ukkima's leave-the-battlefield trigger.

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  Shabraz, the Skyshark & Brallin, Skyshark Rider

  This deck is centered around card draw and discard mechanisms. The goal is to grow Shabraz and Brallin by drawing and discarding cards, turning them into formidable threats.

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  Xyris, the Writhing Storm

  The deck's strategy is not clearly outlined in the available transcript.

Gameplay Insights

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  The use of Gorgon's Head with Kelsien to easily remove any creature from the board.

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  Utilizing Junkyo Bell to boost Ukkima's power, then using blink effects to avoid the sacrifice.

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  Leveraging Wheel of Fortune and Temple Bell to fuel the growth of Shabraz and Brallin.

Notable Cards

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  Gorgon's Head

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  Simic Ascendancy

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  Junkyo Bell

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  Conjurer's Closet

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  Wheel of Fortune

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  Temple Bell

Summary

This MTG Commander game presented a clash of unique strategies, with each player utilizing their commanders to implement diverse game plans. The early game saw players setting up their respective board states and ramping up their resources. The mid-game was marked by a series of strategic plays and countermoves, with players using their commanders to their full potential. The end game was a battle of attrition, with players leveraging the strengths of their decks and synergies amongst their cards to outwit their opponents.