Ashad vs 10th Doctor/Rose vs River Song vs 9th Doctor/Clara | Dr Who EDH Gameplay | Smooth Brain EDH

Deck Strategies

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  Ashad, the Lone Cyberman

  Focuses on creating and copying powerful artifacts to generate game-ending threats.

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  The Tenth Doctor and Rose Tyler

  Centers around the suspend mechanic, casting cards from exile for cheaper mana costs to gain advantage.

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  The Ninth Doctor and Clara Oswald

  Aims to maximize the number of upkeep steps taken in a turn to generate value.

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  River Song

  Relies on manipulating the library, drawing and tutoring cards in unique ways while punishing opponents for tutoring and scrying.

Gameplay Insights

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  Matt effectively uses the suspend mechanic to its fullest, setting up powerful plays and creating a threat with Apocalypse.

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  Seth's use of River Song's library manipulation ability to keep a constant stream of useful cards in his hand is a key factor in his strategy.

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  Cody's ability to generate and copy powerful artifacts sets up significant threats on the board.

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  Sam's focus on maximizing his upkeep steps generates a lot of value and keeps his opponents on their toes.

Notable Cards

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  Conjurer's Bauble

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  River Song

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  Apocalypse

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  Inevitable Betrayal

Summary

This game starts off with all players steadily setting up their boards. Ashad, the Lone Cyberman deck, led by Cody, starts to make headway with powerful artifact synergies. Matt's 10th Doctor and Rose Tyler deck also begins to gain some momentum through suspending cards and casting them from exile for cheaper mana costs. Sam's 9th Doctor and Clara Oswald deck focuses on maximizing upkeep effects, while Seth's River Song deck manipulates his library to his advantage. As the game progresses, the board state begins to shift with Ashad's powerful artifacts and the 10th Doctor's suspended cards. Seth's River Song deck also sees some action with deck manipulation, drawing and tutoring cards. The game reaches a turning point when Matt, piloting the 10th Doctor and Rose Tyler deck, exiles the powerful card Apocalypse with the 10th Doctor's ability. This causes a significant stir at the table. The game ends in a climactic finish, highlighting the dynamic and exciting nature of Commander games.