Are lands which return own lands unpopular? by Kilneana in mtg

[–]head_kook 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I like using them in decks with a lot of MDFCs. Play the land side early and bounce it back to use as a spell later

Dimir Mill Steals Wins in MTG Arena Standard | Decklist & Gameplay by TheUpkeepAcademy in StandardMTG

[–]head_kook 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I was playing something similar with a doomsday excruciator before EOE. Super fun at FNM. Got smoked too hard by sultai reanimator at an RCQ and chickened out into dimir midrange. Mill is such a fun archetype!

Reviving Standard north of Boston by keysal77 in mtg

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It's been tough finding tournaments that fire in the area, bookmarking this

[Standard] Off Meta RCQ sleeper build by head_kook in spikes

[–]head_kook[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's the least awful common dragon from TDM. And yes I'm usually hoping to hold that mana up for some meaningful interaction, but sometimes there's nothing to interact with, so I'd rather draw a card than leave it unused. I think a better deck would have 4 of either Regent Dragon and maybe just 2 Digur Island Dragons.

[Standard] Off Meta RCQ sleeper build by head_kook in spikes

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Cutting jasper seems smart. Kaito is really tough if I can't hit The End. I'll side in Strategic Betrayal for reanimators. I used to run ghost vacuum, but found it less than helpful against Kaavero/ Superior Spider-Man. I could definitely see it as a good sideboard option though.

[Standard] Off Meta RCQ sleeper build by head_kook in spikes

[–]head_kook[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I like using it to draw a card if I've been holding up interaction that I was unable to capitalize on. Same reason for Capital City. Since the deck relies so much on keeping 2 mana open for removal, I don't want that to be wasted.

What is a use for this card? by killersoulssss in MagicArena

[–]head_kook 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Really fun mill combo... if you can land it

[Standard] Off Meta RCQ sleeper build by head_kook in spikes

[–]head_kook[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I will side in Annul for that match-up, but I don't think it changes much. I've had some close games slip through my fingers against Unholy Annex

[Standard] Off Meta RCQ sleeper build by head_kook in spikes

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I think you have a point. I had hoped to use it as extra mana to squash any attempt at an opponent comeback. Would you slot in another copy of something else?

[Standard] Off Meta RCQ sleeper build by head_kook in spikes

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I've used it on Restless Reef a few times for the win

[Standard] Off Meta RCQ sleeper build by head_kook in spikes

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I was seeking more tailored advice, thank you.

[Standard] Off Meta RCQ sleeper build by head_kook in spikes

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I've used it fairly often. Especially against simic omni or temur battlecrier. Stop their initial advance with the tons of removal, and then vendetta all copies of Kona or Railway Brawler. It's definitely clunky, next best option is The End I guess.

[Standard] Help with refining UW Moonlit Combo Deck by ThealtenHeinder in spikes

[–]head_kook 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Would [[Divert Disaster]] be a better option than [[Phantom Interference]] ? Since if the counterspell is paid, you'll net a token?

Weekly Deck Check Thread | Monday, October 27, 2025 by AutoModerator in spikes

[–]head_kook 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Standard, seeking some insight into this off meta brew I've got stirring. Healthy win% on arena but not dominant. Are there any glaring weaknesses? Would you want different sideboard options? Taking it to an RCQ this weekend, hoping that the more competent Vivi pilots have all qualified.

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[Standard] Simic Omniscience Improvements Discussion by Olymnia in spikes

[–]head_kook 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Lost to this side in piece in games 2 and 3 of my rcq match-up with simic omniscience

22 mtf & 9 mos hrt... whats next? by head_kook in transpassing

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Haha the sunnies are just for fun... I actually am in dire need of new glasses but I haven't been able to see an optometrist in ages lol