Esika vs Vilis vs Reki vs Rograkh | Ardenn EDH / CMDR game play for Magic: The Gathering

Deck & Commander Strategies

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  Reki, the History of Kamigawa

  Ramp and card draw through casting legendary spells, aiming to outvalue opponents by consistently drawing cards and deploying threats.

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  Rograkh, Son of Rohgahh

  Aggressive combat-focused deck using equipment and tokens to maximize damage output through multiple attacks and buffs.

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  Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist

  Maximizing equipment synergies to create powerful combat phases, often combined with tokens and multiple equipment to deal heavy damage.

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  Vilis, Broker of Blood

  Life drain and sacrifice synergies focused on draining opponents’ life totals while stabilizing with removal and attrition effects.

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  Esika, God of the Tree // The Prismatic Bridge

  Cheating large legendary creatures into play using The Prismatic Bridge to establish overwhelming board presence and control the game.

Gameplay Insights

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  Jesper’s use of Helm of the Host on Ardenn enabled multiple combat steps, multiplying damage output and overwhelming opponents quickly.

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  Adam’s Prismatic Bridge allowed him to cheat in heavy hitters like Diluvian Primordial and Avacyn, Angel of Hope, applying constant pressure.

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  Mads' timely board wipe reset the game state, showcasing the importance of disruption against wide boards and combo setups.

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  Jesper’s Draeneth Magistrate effectively locked down key opponents' commanders, strategically limiting their options and slowing their game plans.

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  Vilis’ early reveal of Toxic Deluge painted a target on him, leading to aggressive focus from other players and quick elimination.

Notable Cards

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  The Prismatic Bridge // The Prismatic Bridge

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  Helm of the Host

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  Blackblade Reforged

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  Sylvan Library

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  Dowsing Dagger // Lost Vale

Gameplay Summary