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Game Knights Live: Barcelona w/ Jacob Bertrand & Spice8Rack | Magic Gathering Commander Gameplay MTG

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Deck Strategies

  • Atris, Oracle of Half-Truths

    Atris, Oracle of Half-Truths

    This deck likely focused on manipulating opponents' choices, using Atris's ability to present 'truths' and 'half-truths', and controlling the flow of the game with a mix of control and mill strategies.

  • Omarthis, Ghostfire Initiate

    Omarthis, Ghostfire Initiate

    Omarthis, Ghostfire Initiate's deck possibly revolved around leveraging its prowess ability, using noncreature spells to increase its power and deliver impactful blows.

  • Jared Carthalion, True Heir

    Jared Carthalion, True Heir

    This deck probably aimed to maintain Jared as the Monarch to trigger his ability, turning him into a massive threat while also benefitting from the extra card draw.

  • Neheb, the Eternal

    Neheb, the Eternal

    Neheb's deck likely focused on dealing damage to generate a large amount of red mana during the post-combat main phase, which was then used to fuel powerful spells or abilities.

Gameplay Insights

  • 1

    The 'Cube of Consequence' was a game-changing element, adding an unpredictable factor that could have altered the course of the game significantly.

  • 2

    The final turns of the game were pivotal, with the outcome hinging on a crucial play that determined the one true Monarch of the game.

  • 3

    Judicious use of the commanders' abilities was crucial in this match, demonstrating the importance of understanding and maximizing your commander's strengths.

Notable Cards

  • Atris, Oracle of Half-Truths

    Atris, Oracle of Half-Truths

  • Omarthis, Ghostfire Initiate

    Omarthis, Ghostfire Initiate

  • Jared Carthalion, True Heir

    Jared Carthalion, True Heir

  • Neheb, the Eternal

    Neheb, the Eternal

Summary

The Game Knights Live: Barcelona featured a thrilling match between seasoned players. The game was a rollercoaster ride, with each player strategically maneuvering their commanders to gain an edge. The 'Cube of Consequence' played a significant role in shaping the game, adding an unpredictable element that kept the players and the audience on their toes. The match was intense and closely fought, with each turn bringing unexpected twists. In the end, the game came down to the wire, with the final outcome dependent on a crucial play that determined the one true Monarch of the game.

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Show Notes:

Couldn’t make it to Barcelona to catch the first-ever international Game Knights Live? Well don’t worry, because now’s your chance to see the Commander showdown that took the globe by storm right here on YouTube!

Cobra Kai’s Jacob Bertrand and YouTuber Spice8Rack take on Jimmy and JLK in a colorful Commander face-off. Who will emerge as the one true Monarch? How will the “Cube of Consequence” shape the game? This one comes down to the wire, folks, so you do NOT want to miss it!

(Game Knights Live: Barcelona was originally performed live on 07/28/23)


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Where to find our cast online:

Jacob Bertrand: Twitter: @jb_mixmatch IG: @thejacobbertrand YT: www.youtube.com/@ThreeFloating/featured

Spice8Rack Twitter: @Spice8Rack Twitch: www.twitch.tv/spice8rack YT: www.youtube.com/channel/UCDJACu5LRKWE7sqagICB-ew

Rachel Weeks: Twitter: @wachelreeks IG: @wachelreeks

Gavin Verhey: Twitter: @GavinVerhey Instagram: @GavinVerhey YouTube: www.youtube.com/@GoodMorningMagic


Deck Lists:

Jacob’s Omarthis, Ghostfire Initiate: archidekt.com/decks/5113756/jacobs_omarthis_gklive_barcelona

Spice8Rack’s Jared Carthalion, True Heir: archidekt.com/decks/5113741/spice8racks_jared_carthalion_gklive_barcelona

JLK’s Atris, Oracle of Half-Truths: archidekt.com/decks/5113727/jlks_atris_gklive_barcelona

Jimmy’s Neheb the Eternal: archidekt.com/decks/5113742/jimmys_neheb_gklive_barcelona


Credits:

Executive Producer & Creative Director: Josh Lee Kwai Producer & Director: Jamie Block Producer: Jake Boss Co-Producer: Jimmy Wong Associate Producer: Gaurav Gulati Writers: Jordan Pridgen and Jamie Block Production Design: Ladee Danger Costume & Wardrobe: Ladee Danger Additional Editing: Jake Boss, Josh Lee Kwai, Manson Leung, Megan Yip, Arthur Meadowcroft VFX: Sam Waldow, Evan Limberger GFX: Jake Boss VOD Supervisor: Josh Murphy Production Crew: Reaction AV “Secret Service” Cast: Josh Murphy, Jordan Pridgen, Manson Leung, Megan Yip Rules Expert & Game Moderator: Josh Murphy Card Overlay Operator: James Turner Senior Producer (Wizards of the Coast): Greg Collins Narrated by: Keith Norton Theme Music: Post Malone


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