Random Riveting Decks Part 2 | MTG Commander Gameplay | Commander VS #267

Deck Strategies

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  Chulane, Teller of Tales

  This deck focuses on generating value over time by using Chulane's ability to draw cards and put lands into play. With a combination of powerful cards and taxing effects, this deck aims to out-value its opponents.

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  Odric, Master Tactician

  Odric's deck focuses on manipulating combat to its advantage. With creatures that have banding and various combat tricks, this deck aims to keep its opponents off balance.

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  Tiamat

  Tiamat's deck is all about playing dragons from the latest set. This deck aims to get Tiamat on the battlefield and use her ability to search for powerful dragons and overwhelm the opponents.

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  Hapatra, Vizier of Poisons

  Hapatra's deck focuses on manipulating -1/-1 counters and creating deathtouch snakes. This deck uses these elements to control the board state and whittle down its opponents over time.

Gameplay Insights

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  The removal of a key creature using a -1/-1 counter from Hapatra was a pivotal moment in the game, disrupting the opponents strategies and board states.

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  Odric's ability to manipulate combat was a key factor in maintaining board control and dictating the pace of the game.

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  Tiamat's ability to search for dragons was a game-changing moment, allowing for a powerful board state that overwhelmed the opponents.

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  Chulane's ability to draw cards and put lands into play, paired with Smothering Tithe, provided a strong advantage in terms of resources and game pace.

Notable Cards

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  Smothering Tithe

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  Pegasus

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  Tiamat

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  Hapatra, Vizier of Poisons

Summary

The game kicked off with all players swiftly developing their board states. Chulane, Teller of Tales was able to generate card advantage with the help of Smothering Tithe, which led to a strong start. Odric, Master Tactician, however, was able to use its ability to manipulate combat, often forcing unfavourable blocks. Tiamat, while initially struggling due to the constraints of the deck, eventually managed to assemble a board state of formidable dragons. Hapatra, Vizier of Poisons was able to create a steady stream of deathtouch snakes and manipulate -1/-1 counters to maintain board control. A pivotal moment was when Hapatra used a -1/-1 counter to remove a key creature from the game, disrupting the other player's strategies. The game concluded with a climactic battle where Tiamat's dragons, buffed by various spells, overwhelmed the opponents.