Deck & Commander Strategies
Kenrith, the Returned King
Utilizes various card advantage engines and mana ramp. Also features combo potential, but can be hampered by cards like Collector Ouphe.
Pako, Arcane Retriever // Haldan, Avid Arcanist
Focuses on gaining advantage by exiling and playing cards from opponents' decks. Paco becomes a large threat if left unchecked.
Sisay, Weatherlight Captain
Aims to leverage legendary permanents, with potential for powerful combos or big plays.
Etali, Primal Conqueror // Etali, Primal Sickness
Seeks to generate value and control the board by casting spells for free from the top of players' libraries.
Najeela, the Blade-Blossom
Aggressively generates tokens and benefits from various combats, but can be a target due to its threatening board presence.
Gameplay Insights
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The effective use of Gilded Drake creates a shift in board state and adds tension to the game.
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Collector Ouphe plays a crucial role in this match, limiting the potential plays of decks heavily reliant on artifacts.
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The decision to not take Najeela with Gilded Drake, despite the immediate threat, showed an understanding of long-term game dynamics and threat assessment.
Notable Cards
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Gemstone Caverns
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Drannith Magistrate
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Gilded Drake
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Collector Ouphe
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Kenrith, the Returned King
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Pako, Arcane Retriever
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Najeela, the Blade-Blossom
Gameplay Summary
The game starts with three players having a Gemstone Caverns in play, giving them a fast start.
The match features multiple game-changing moments, including a Drannith Magistrate shutting down Commander plays, and Reversalwizrd's Paco, Arcane Retriever, being a significant threat on the board.
However, the Paco is swapped for Nate's Najeela, the Blade-Blossom via Gilded Drake, leading to an intense tug of war for board control.
Meanwhile, Dylan's Kenrith, the Returned King, is generating significant card advantage, but the presence of a Collector Ouphe shuts off many of his potential win conditions.
