Nadu, Elsha, Tivit, Shao Jun - #cEDH Gameplay Ep 153

Deck Strategies

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  Shao Jun

  This deck appears to build towards generating rocks for mana and utilizing Shao Jun’s abilities, but the player encountered land issues.

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  Tivit, Seller of Secrets

  This deck aims to speed-cast Tivit and utilize its voting mechanic to gain an advantage, while maintaining the ability to interact disruptively with opponents' plans.

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  Nadu, Winged Wisdom

  With a focus on interaction and board control, this deck aims to utilize Nadu’s abilities to manipulate the board state and maintain a hand full of answers.

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  Elsha of the Infinite

  This deck seeks to take advantage of Elsha's ability to cast from the top of the deck, utilizing mana artifacts and Mystic Remora for card advantage, while also employing disruptive tactics.

Gameplay Insights

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  Marco's early Mystic Remora provided significant card advantage which helped him set up his board.

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  The Chain of Vapor interactions were key in disrupting Marco's board and caused a series of complex responses.

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  Phillip's Mindbreak Trap was a game-changing play, exiling Marco's key spells and disrupting his game plan.

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  Hélder's use of Chain of Vapor to bounce his own Fyndhorn Elves demonstrated a strategic use of resources to maintain board control.

Notable Cards

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  Mystic Remora

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  Elsha of the Infinite

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  Chain of Vapor

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  Mindbreak Trap

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  Underworld Breach

Summary

The game was a battle of strategy and resources, with each player attempting to establish their board presence and disrupt their opponents. Marco, playing Elsha of the Infinite, made early strides with a Mystic Remora and ramp artifacts, setting up his artifact Seedborn effect with Unwinding Clock. Despite a strong start, Marco's plans were hindered by Phillip's Mindbreak Trap, exiling his Sevinne’s Reclamation and Underworld Breach. Hélder, playing Nadu, Winged Wisdom, fired Chain of Vapor at crucial moments, disrupting Marco's board state and causing a series of complex interactions.