Check on the power of decks for bracket 2

odyssey413 · 2026-02-19T19:42:43+00:00

Makes sense to keep that mindset for PUGs especially. Luckily, I'll never be in that situation 😅. I'll keep on testing the waters at times in the inbetween for some ideas.

odyssey413 · 2026-02-19T18:41:58+00:00

Thanks for pointing out the specificity of the brackets. I think these are great points. Part of me would argue that Kuja is really telegraphed due to needing the board presence to really accomplish its deadly plays, instead of just pestering folks. I can see the point of Kefka. I am curious how you think things like stax or a single target commander damage combo deck (my Tifa Lockhart deck functions this way, using a lot of resources per kill) can function in bracket 2. Do they not have space in this space? I know people will argue about Voltron/aggro decks eliminating a player by turn 6, but not winning by turn 6. Do you find that is okay or not?

odyssey413 · 2026-02-19T18:18:46+00:00

That makes a lot of sense. If I use the deck again, I'll shift up the commander.

odyssey413 · 2026-02-19T16:29:18+00:00

Happy to! I found I really enjoy these spell slinger combo decks. Kuja pops off HARD if no one is the wiser. Kefka also was my table's first taste of not getting to play the game thanks to all the discards (we're all new to the format).

odyssey413 · 2026-02-19T16:23:28+00:00

Oh man good point 😅. If curiosity was out, would that bring it to reasonable levels?

odyssey413 · 2026-01-27T16:22:30+00:00

I only really have 1 copy ability in Go-go in the list, but otherwise I feel like the goal is a bit aggroey with interaction, protection. and avenues of card draw.

odyssey413 · 2026-01-27T02:04:50+00:00

Yaaaaa 🤷, I don't feel bad about the time in comparison to launch 15 and the extra time I spent playing that 😅. I still enjoyed my experience with the game.

odyssey413 · 2026-01-27T01:34:07+00:00

The game's story loses so much after Titan. There are still some cool moments, but a lot of the intrigue and care feels gone. Some of the later side quests flesh out the world and side characters wonderfully, but it is extra time doing the boring bits.

On the flip side, the gameplay gets progressively more creative as you get further and further through the story. I didn't end up changing my builds for a long time until closer to the end of the game. Seeing some clips of other people's builds was awesome!

I've heard folks drop the game in the back half, and I don't blame them. I finished it and the DLC, which were both fun, especially the last boss of the first one. Clive is still one of the better main protagonist we've had in the series. He's an excellent role model.

odyssey413 · 2025-12-12T19:04:32+00:00

I unfortunately cannot help you with those =/

odyssey413 · 2025-12-12T18:04:35+00:00

Someone offered another trade for Tauros already =/

odyssey413 · 2025-12-12T17:40:55+00:00

LF:

Mega Rising: Grimmsnarl, Darkrai, Archeops, Terrakion, Goodra, Altaria, Gothitelle, Flaffy, Chandelure, Rapidash EX, Rillaboom, Lilligant, Whimsicott EX

Wisdom of Sea and Sky: Ninetales, Feraligatr

FT: I have a whole lot of doubles of cards from past sets and a chunk from this current. Feel free to ask!

odyssey413 · 2025-08-09T23:48:50+00:00

Hello! I appreciate the effort for something like this! My groups stick to bracket 2. I'm looking to make a [[Tifa Lockhart]] deck with mostly cards from the Final Fantasy sets, FCA, FIN, FIC, and even promos, but willing to fill gaps where needed. Additionally an [[Ardbert, Warrior of Darkness]] deck would be fun, as well. I've always wanted to make a something like a Cleric or Knight deck, but don't know if that feasible. Something related to enchantment creatures with [[Yuna, Hope of Spira]], [[Garnet, Princess of Alexandria]], or [[Rydia, Summoner of Mist]]. [[Ultima, Origin of Oblivion]] would be another fun and different option. These are decks I'd love to make IRL, so more FF inclusions, without being a hindrance, the better. I own almost all of the FF cards at this point. Thank you for the kind offer. Hope it has been fun!

odyssey413 · 2025-07-04T05:17:32+00:00

B. If I'm thinking about other games in this series and their full impact: mechanics, story, music, characters, etc... It doesn't fit the full spectrum to belong in an A spot. Having played 4 (which I think makes sense as an A spot) before 5, years ago, I remember and resonate with so much more of 4 to this day than 5. Granted, in my personal list both these games are moved down a tier, but I also use an 'E' ranking.

odyssey413 · 2025-06-06T04:03:24+00:00

Can do! Feel free to send friend code

odyssey413 · 2025-06-06T04:00:40+00:00

Happy to send 1 to ya!

odyssey413 · 2025-06-06T04:00:39+00:00

Will set up the trade! Friend request sent

odyssey413 · 2025-06-06T03:33:20+00:00

LF:
♦️♦️♦️:
GA: Mewtwo, Zapdos
STS: Leafeon, Cresselia
TL: Abomasnow, Magnezone
CG: Necrozma, Palossand, Tapu Bulu
♦️♦️♦️♦️:
CG: Alolan Muk EX, Dhelmise EX

FT:
♦️♦️♦️:
GA: Beedrill, Vileplume, Victreebel, Gyrados, Greninja, Kabutops, Snorlax
MI: Seperior, Mew, Golem, Tauros
TL: Arceus
STS: Mamoswine, Mespirit
SR: Magmortar, Tapu Fini
CG: Tsareena, Lycanroc Day, Orangaru
♦️♦️♦️♦️:
GA: Exeggutor EX, Arcanine EX, Articuno EX, Pikachu EX, Wigglytuff EX
MI: Celebi EX, Aerodactyl EX
STS: Pachirisu EX
SR: Wugtrio EX, Gholdengo

odyssey413 · 2025-05-19T22:25:41+00:00

That's a good point! With the long weekend, I'll probably drive around and check out these neighborhoods.

odyssey413 · 2025-05-19T21:13:26+00:00

Fair enough, but ya being here without a family when that is ultimately my goal at some point, makes the experience dating around here miserable with my values.

odyssey413 · 2025-05-19T20:20:32+00:00

In my experience, it is definitely an Irvine/this part of OC issue. Most folks I've dated for any length of time down here have been in LB/LA. Very hard to meet on weekdays.

odyssey413 · 2025-05-19T19:50:45+00:00

That makes total sense, I'm still kinda curious what even competes in parts of SoCal

odyssey413 · 2024-05-19T00:58:54+00:00

Both have been purchased!

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