Deck Strategies
Tymna the Weaver and Tana, the Bloodsower
This deck uses the synergies between Tymna and Tana to create an aggressive, creature-focused strategy. It aims to generate value through combat damage, creating token creatures, and drawing cards.
Shabraz, the Skyshark and Brallin, Skyshark Rider
The deck focuses on creating an infinite combo with Brallin and Curiosity. When Brallin is enchanted with Curiosity, each card discarded causes damage to opponents and triggers more card draws, creating an infinite loop.
Tivit, Seller of Secrets
The Tivit deck seems to focus on controlling the board state while gaining incremental advantage through drawing extra cards.
Etali, Primal Conqueror
This deck leverages Etali's ability to cast spells for free from the top of opponents' libraries, aiming for high-impact plays and potential combo wins.
Gameplay Insights
- 1
Kyle Hill's decision to enchant Brallin with Curiosity set the stage for his game-winning infinite combo.
- 2
The use of Mayhem Devil in response to opponent actions created a number of impactful interactions, controlling the board state by dealing damage to key creatures.
- 3
The Dranith Magistrate effectively disrupted opponents' strategies by preventing them from casting commanders from the command zone.
- 4
The use of Doythy Voidwalker was pivotal in controlling opponents' graveyards and exiling potential threats.
- 5
Treasonous Ogre provided a significant boost in mana, at the cost of life, enabling powerful plays.
- 6
Mindbreak Trap was a game-changing interruption to a potentially dangerous chain of spells.
Notable Cards
Curiosity
Mayhem Devil
Treasonous Ogre
Mindbreak Trap
Summary
The game was intense with a multitude of interactions, strategic plays, and powerhouse cards. Players made strategic uses of their commanders and key cards to control the board and disrupt opponents’ strategies. Kyle Hill, playing Brallin and Shabraz, assembled an infinite combo using Brallin and the enchantment Curiosity, triggering an unstoppable card draw and damage loop that led to his victory. Notably, the game was marked by various board wipes, card draw engines, and disruptive plays that kept the power balance shifting.