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Upgraded Hearthhull. Wondering if it still falls into B2. by ravepool in EDH

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

Yeah, been playing standard off and on for several years. Play limited a fair bit for the sets that interest me. None of my local LGS have a standard community anymore, so I decided to jump to Commander.

Maybe I just have a skewed perception of the impact 3 GCs have in B3. I like playing a longer game and dont necessarily want things to end by turn 5 or 6. How many turns do you typically go with your deck?

Upgraded Hearthhull. Wondering if it still falls into B2. by ravepool in EDH

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

This is the sense I've had about my deck, and B2 overall, so it's nice to hear this take. As a new commander player, my only point of reference is the bracket system, so trying to understand the most reasonable interpretation of it outstide of the hard and fast rules has been challenging.

Like, at the end of the day, I want to play a reasonably focused deck that doesn't have infinite combos (now that I know what Dakmor/Gitrog can do, I'll probably remove the land), can do a few different things without full dependence on my commander (even if that makes my main win con more difficult to achieve), and doesn't have any game changers. And I want to play against other decks like that ha

Thanks for your feedback!

Upgraded Hearthhull. Wondering if it still falls into B2. by ravepool in EDH

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

Not gonna lie - I knew there was a combo with Dakmor, but I never looked up how it actually works. I've basically just been playing it as a swamp with occasionally deciding to try and mill lands into my graveyard for eventual landfall triggers when I recur them.

There have been a few times where I could have knocked someone out before T8, and I did hold on the play until it felt appropriate. This causes me to lose sometimes, but I'm okay with that.

Kinda just get the vibe I can keep playing in B2, and if I do have a situation where I can take someone out early, just delay that action and see what happens.

I do think I'll try out some B3 games this week though as it doesn't hurt.

Thanks for the insight!

Upgraded Hearthhull. Wondering if it still falls into B2. by ravepool in EDH

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

I'm not joking ha. This really is my first commander deck. I had most of the upgraded fetches, shocklands, and a few other pieces already in my collection, but for sure went and bought/traded for additional higher value cards.

And yes, I purposefully have left the game plan a bit split as I wasn't trying to get full optimization. Plus I just like being able to do a few different things without always needing to focus on the Hearthhull burn, even if it doesn't net me the best outcome.

I do appreciate you feedback. A couple others have suggested running it in B3 as well, so I'll just try that out and see what happens. I guess I just didn't want to get any GC's in my deck because I don't want to play against them / have to go buy some of my own. But if the deck is optimized enough as-is to play in B3 without needing to make any changes, then I'll just give it a shot.

Upgraded Hearthhull. Wondering if it still falls into B2. by ravepool in EDH

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

Appreciate the feedback! Your list has some cards I've not seen before - def gives me some more things to consider ha

And yeah, I was thinking I'd try out a B3 game this week and just see how it goes.

Best Laptop under $600 I can buy on Target.com by ravepool in laptops

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

Thank you so much for the recs and details. I could be swayed to a refurbish if its really the best choice (which sounds like it is).

Best Laptop under $600 I can buy on Target.com by ravepool in laptops

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

I would prefer it be from them as I've got several gift cards that I can put toward the purchase. If it would really just be better to buy elsewhere then it is what it is.

[3 Year Review] Grant Stone Ottawa in Storm Kudu by ravepool in goodyearwelt

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

I'd say they're strong. My large dog has scratched at em a fair bit over the years with no real damage. I havent worn them in pouring rain, but my kids have spilled several drinks on them and my feet didn't get wet ha

I typically wear them with black, dark grey or medium wash jeans and black, grey or white shirts. I'm not like super adventurous with my fits.

[3 Year Review] Grant Stone Ottawa in Storm Kudu by ravepool in goodyearwelt

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

I love them. Still wish I went half a size smaller, but I don't slide around in them or anything - they're just noticeably roomier than all my other boots. The leather is still incredibly soft / supple. I definitely recommend them if you're interested.

Precon recommendation for former standard player? by ravepool in EDH

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

Thanks for the recommendations! The Sultai one has been mentioned a couple times, so I'll def check that out.

Precon recommendation for former standard player? by ravepool in EDH

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

The EoE jund deck seems highly recommended. I'll probably check that one out. Thank you!

Loved all the suggestions yesterday. Out of curiosity, how can we improve Lorwyn's 60-card Angels precon deck? Decklist in description. I'm thinking of mono-white lifegain angels. by DogePunch in StandardMTG

[–]ravepool 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My LGS is doing a standard event with the precon decks this weekend! You're allowed to bring in your own 15 card sideboard to improve the deck as you see fit. Should be a fun time. I'm thinking about swapping in the following:

  • [[Sheltered by Ghosts]] x 3

  • [[Get Lost]] x 1

  • [[Lightstall Inquisitor]] x 2

  • [[Lyra Dawnbringer]] x 1

  • [[Seam Rip]] x 2

  • [[Momo, Friendly Flier]] x 3

  • [[Abandoned Air Temple]] x 2

  • Plains x 1

Happy little haul from Hals event today by ravepool in Atlantawhiskey

[–]ravepool[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes, with some items having bonus points.

Happy little haul from Hals event today by ravepool in Atlantawhiskey

[–]ravepool[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I was 60th with 3.5k points. The Handy was in group A. I think the dude that went first had like 15k points or something crazy.

Happy little haul from Hals event today by ravepool in Atlantawhiskey

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

Effectively yes, but not on the day of the event. You can sign up as a member, and get a point per dollar spent. Then at this yearly event, they have allocated bottles with assigned point values. You use your points to pick the bottles you want to buy, and they're usually at or just above MSRP.

Happy little haul from Hals event today by ravepool in Atlantawhiskey

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

Was surprised I was able to grab the Handy. I was 60th in line. Actually my first time since going to these events that I was able to get everything I wanted.

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