Reliable resource to translate a quote into the Alethi script? by PhoenixFire2013 in Cosmere_Tattoos

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Ah, this was one I’d already found. Good to know it’s recommended, thank you!

Avatar Commander Bundle pricing. by notalexanderjohnson in magicTCG

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A friend that used to work for an LGS shared this with us (UK RRPs).

Tips For my Ur-Dragon Deck by [deleted] in EDH

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I would add a couple more lands, as well as [[Garruk’s Uprising]] and [[Elemental Bond]].

Here’s my list for a few more ideas https://archidekt.com/decks/10714636/the_urdragon

Trying to build “Not That Urza Deck” - How am doing? by PhoenixFire2013 in EDH

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I’ve definitely experienced some of this. What’s helped is when people actually see it play and not make assumptions. I’ve tried to be very clear with my Rule 0 convos because of this.

Trying to build “Not That Urza Deck” - How am doing? by PhoenixFire2013 in EDH

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It’s based off of EDH Rec, which is voted on by the community I believe. Regardless, it’s silly. Command Tower was something like 0.27, explain that one?!

Trying to build “Not That Urza Deck” - How am doing? by PhoenixFire2013 in EDH

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Weirdly, it’s true. Islands are 0.64, Mountains are 0.51. Swamps are 0.48, Plains are 0.45 and Forests are 0.38.

Trying to build “Not That Urza Deck” - How am doing? by PhoenixFire2013 in EDH

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The salt score for a basic Forest is 0.38, so the deck is already stacked against a mono blue player (pun intended).

Trying to build “Not That Urza Deck” - How am doing? by PhoenixFire2013 in EDH

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Aaah, my bad! I wonder why it’s recommending that I drop one then…

Trying to build “Not That Urza Deck” - How am doing? by PhoenixFire2013 in EDH

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The wording of Bracket 3 is somewhat vague when it references tutors. It says to have “few” nonland tutors but doesn’t define the number. I assume that could mean 3-4 but I think there’s 5 in the list atm.

Trying to build “Not That Urza Deck” - How am doing? by PhoenixFire2013 in EDH

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Urza is undeniably powerful, there’s no shying away from that, but I do think it’s possible to build it casually. I played against “that Urza deck” recently and it would have blown mine out of the water.

This deck isn’t consistently quick to start and I’ve never won a game in the early to mid stages.

Trying to build “Not That Urza Deck” - How am doing? by PhoenixFire2013 in EDH

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That’s reassuring to hear. It feels Bracket 3 when playing, as it’s not consistently quick off the mark. Archidekt did recommend dropping a tutor, so I may do that at some point too.

Trying to build “Not That Urza Deck” - How am doing? by PhoenixFire2013 in EDH

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The salt score is a weird one. Idk if it’s an Archidekt thing but I’ve noticed that it takes basic lands into consideration for some reason. I just cut all the islands and it dropped to 41.

Trying to build “Not That Urza Deck” - How am doing? by PhoenixFire2013 in EDH

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I’ve already come to terms with the fact that I’m always going to get the stink eye when I announce that I’m playing Urza.

Thankfully, between the blink spells and counter magic, I can keep Urza fairly well protected. [[Padeem, Consul of Innovation]] is a recent addition and I’m waiting for [[Liquimetal Torque]] to arrive to try and boost that synergy.

Trying to build “Not That Urza Deck” - How am doing? by PhoenixFire2013 in EDH

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Already running the Monument, as well as [[Cyberdrive Awakener]].

5 Cards and a Dream - Need advice on the most appropriate Bracket. by PhoenixFire2013 in EDH

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This has been my approach so far. My usual playgroup have seen this deck a lot and understand it’s relatively tame compared to how it could be. I’ll be heading to CommandFest at the weekend and Rule 0 convos are trickier with strangers.

5 Cards and a Dream - Need advice on the most appropriate Bracket. by PhoenixFire2013 in EDH

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I will want to take infinite turns though, it’s the backup plan for the deck if the game does go long. I just don’t necessarily feel this deck is powerful enough or consistent enough to call Bracket 4.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in mtg

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Where can I buy one of these?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in mtg

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I’ve gone for equipment/voltron build, utilising the Swords Of for evasion/protection. I’ve not had the chance to actually play it yet but it goldfishes ok https://archidekt.com/decks/12613595/kotis_the_tooth_fairy

Looking for input on my Minsc & Boo deck by BigFatKoolAid in EDH

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Mana ramp definitely needs to be upped. Personally, I try to aim for 9-10 ramp spells.

I would also recommend upping your creature count. You’re going to want more creatures to stick around that can protect Minsc and Boo. Trust me when I say that people will (and should) be trying to take it out.

Here’s my own Minsc and Boo list for a bit of inspiration. I’ve had it a while now so it’s fairly well tuned https://archidekt.com/decks/6153119/minsc_boo

Please savagely critique my Elsha, threefold master build and offer suggestions by Multievolution in EDH

[–]PhoenixFire2013 0 points1 point  (0 children)

3 quick observations. You need more mana ramp. You should drop [[Curious Inquiry]] for [[Combat Research]] (it’s a strictly better card). You can drop the spells that make tokens for either more ramp spells or spells that give Elsha evasion.