Deck Strategies
Zank Paladin Unbroken
Voltron strategy using auras with exalted and other boosts to deal commander damage quickly by attacking alone.
Forge Neverwinter
Sacrifice and treasure generation combo, using sacrificial creatures and outlets to generate treasure tokens that enable casting powerful spells or enhancing commander damage.
Edgin, Arsonist Luteinist
Foretell mechanic to cast spells cheaply and efficiently, focusing on playing cards from exile and overwhelming opponents with tempo and value.
Doric, Nature's Warden
Green ramp and combat-focused deck that transforms the commander into a large threat and buffs other creatures for wide, trampling attacks.
Gameplay Insights
- 1
Forge's plan to sacrifice creatures to Phyrexian Altar to generate treasures was a key engine for mana acceleration and potential burst damage or board control with spells like Rise of the Dark Realms.
- 2
Zank Paladin Unbroken's use of exalted auras created a significant threat early, forcing opponents to consider blocking or responses to avoid commander damage.
- 3
Edgin's foretell enabled casting spells at reduced costs, allowing for efficient tempo plays that pressured opponents and leveraged card advantage.
- 4
Doric's transformation ability not only increased her power but also granted buffs to other legendary creatures, synergizing with his green ramp and combat focus for a strong board presence.
- 5
The presence of goading effects from Doric's deck pressured opponents to attack each other, shaping combat interactions and potentially delaying direct aggression towards him.
Notable Cards
Phyrexian Altar
Rise of the Dark Realms
Staff of Titania
Thought Vessel
Hall of the Bandit Lord
Talisman of Curiosity
Wayfarer's Bauble
Arcane Signet
Summary
The game began with all players establishing their mana bases and early board presence, setting the stage for their respective strategies. Zank Paladin Unbroken focused on a Voltron build, utilizing auras that grant exalted and boosts to commander's damage, aiming for a swift commander damage victory. Forge Neverwinter's plan revolved around creating sacrificial creatures and leveraging a sacrifice outlet like Phyrexian Altar to generate treasures, which could be used either to fuel powerful spells like Rise of the Dark Realms or to enhance his commander for a finishing strike. Edgin, the Arsonist Luteinist employed a foretell mechanic to reduce spell costs and flash in threats, planning to overwhelm opponents with efficient, surprise plays. Doric, Nature's Warden centered on ramp and combat buffs, transforming into a formidable owl bear that bolsters the team with trample and power boosts, aiming to win via overwhelming combat damage.
