Deck & Commander Strategies
Mabel, Heir to Cragflame
The deck aims to deal direct damage to opponents, amplified by doubling or tripling effects.
Baylen, the Haymaker
This deck focuses on generating a multitude of tokens and capitalizing on card draw capabilities inherent in the Naya colors.
Wick, the Whorled Mind
The plan is to create a board full of rats, then transform them into a massive snail to overwhelm opponents.
Flubs, the Fool
The goal is to outvalue opponents through additional land plays and discarding mechanics, potentially summoning a surprise Marit Lage along the way.
Gameplay Insights
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The early game Gamble played by Jon (Mabel) showcased the risk-reward aspect of the card, allowing him to potentially get the card he was looking for.
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John (Flubs) made a significant move by playing Crucible of Worlds and Mana Bond early in the game, setting up for potent land recursion and fast mana generation.
- 3
The interaction between Smothering Tithe and Sword of Feast and Famine in Jason's (Baylen) turn created a strong advantage, providing a considerable amount of treasure tokens and untapping his lands.
- 4
The use of Swan Song by John (Flubs) to counter a Smothering Tithe showcased the power of cheap, efficient counter magic in a multiplayer format.
Notable Cards
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Gamble
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Crucible of Worlds
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Smothering Tithe
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Sword of Feast and Famine
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Swan Song
Gameplay Summary
The match commenced with a flurry of spells cast by all four players, setting up their board states and advancing their individual strategies.
Jon, playing Mabel, Heir to Cragflame, focused on direct damage and doubling or tripling effects, while Jason, piloting Baylen, the Haymaker, set out to generate numerous tokens and draw cards through his deck's Naya colors.
Spencer, wielding Wick, the Whorled Mind, aimed to swarm the board with rats and build a gigantic snail to eliminate his opponents.
Lastly, John, playing Flubs, the Fool, intended to outvalue his opponents through additional land plays and discarding mechanics.
The game unfolded at a rapid pace with each player applying pressure, but it was the strategic use of key spells and abilities that ultimately determined the outcome.
![YES, We're Cute, ft. Y'shtola, Bello, Wick, Baylen [EDH/Commander Gameplay] thumbnail](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/nK2s7lyF_Us/sddefault.jpg)
