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Extra Turns, ASSEMBLE! | Marvel Commanders w/ Crim and Joe | Magic: The Gathering Gameplay EDH MTG

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Decklists

Deck Strategies

  • Iron Man, Titan of Innovation

    Iron Man, Titan of Innovation

    This deck is built around artifact synergies, with the commander acting as a birthing pod for artifacts. It includes pieces that build out the board, get extra value off sacrifices, and shuffle destroyed tutor targets back into the library.

  • Captain America, First Avenger

    Captain America, First Avenger

    This deck is a low-to-the-ground Voltron style deck that aims to get Captain America out quickly and protect him. It includes ways to turn his shield throwing damage ability into extra value and damage amplification.

  • Black Panther, Wakandan King

    Black Panther, Wakandan King

    This deck focuses on going wide with tokens, which allow the commander to put +1/+1 counters on creatures and move them around for value. It includes one-one counter synergies to make the most out of a growing board state.

  • Wolverine, Best There Is

    Wolverine, Best There Is

    The deck revolves around damage, with fight spells and burn spells that let Wolverine deal out tons of direct damage to opponents. It includes pump effects to make those doubled-up hits even stronger.

Gameplay Insights

  • 1

    The game showcased the importance of having a balance between power and strategy. While powerful cards can provide a significant advantage, strategic plays and understanding of the deck's synergies can turn the tide of the match.

  • 2

    The match also demonstrated the value of adaptability in Commander. Being able to adjust strategies based on the current board state and opponents' actions is crucial to securing victory.

  • 3

    The commanders' unique abilities played a pivotal role in shaping the game, underscoring the importance of building a deck that can maximize the potential of the commander's skills.

Notable Cards

  • Birthing Pod

    Birthing Pod

  • Basilisk Collar

    Basilisk Collar

Summary

In an epic battle of Marvel commanders, Crim (TheAsianAvenger) and Joe Johnson (Tabletop Jocks) faced off against Jimmy and JLK. The match was filled with intense moments and strategic plays, with each commander showcasing their unique abilities and deck strategies. The game was a rollercoaster, with every commander gaining and losing advantage at different points in the match, making for a thrilling and unpredictable game. From the first punch to the last blast, the match was an action-packed blockbuster filled with game-changing moments, dramatic shifts in board state, and noteworthy card interactions.

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Show Notes:

In every game of Commander, there are heroes and villains. Except this Extra Turns, that is, because everyone’s playing the mightiest heroes from Magic’s Marvel Secret Lair! Crim (aka TheAsianAvenger) and Joe Johnson (Tabletop Jocks) face Jimmy and JLK in an epic battle featuring four superpowered decks. From the first punch to the last blast, this is an action-packed blockbuster you won’t want to miss!

It’s Wolverine vs. Black Panther vs. Captain America vs. Iron Man


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Crim: Twitter: @Theasianavenger Twitch: www.twitch.tv/TheAsianAvenger YouTube: / @mtggoldfish
Instagram: @TheAsianAvenger

Joe Johnson: Twitter: @Blackneto_ Twitch: www.twitch.tv/tabletopjocks TikTok: @blackneto_ Instagram: @josephhjohnsonjr YouTube: / @TabletopJocks IMDB: www.imdb.com/name/nm3858390


Deck Lists:

JLK’s Iron Man: archidekt.com/decks/9962172

Jimmy’s Captain America: archidekt.com/decks/9963809

Joe Johnson’s Black Panther: archidekt.com/decks/10044902

Crim’s Wolverine: archidekt.com/decks/10044881


Credits:

Directed by: Jake Boss Executive Producer: Josh Lee Kwai Co-Producer: Jimmy Wong Edited by: Gilberto Navarro Additional Editing: Jake Boss, Josh Murphy VFX, GFX: Gilberto Navarro Assistant Editors: Sebastian Salazar, Eric Lem Production/Post Production Supervisor: Jake Boss Rules Expert: Jamie Block Deck Coordinators: Jamie Block, Rachel Weeks Intro Theme Arrangement: Jake Boss


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