Always love to read about other people's collection of the lore, well done!
And though Amonkhet was not as developed, it succeed in making people feel for the world, curious for its history. The last line of the chapter Endure gave me goosebumps.
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Jul 22, 2017cyberium_neo posted a message on Theros: Elspeth's TragedyPosted in: ArticlesQuote from RileyMcAwesome »But what do the people do after hearing about how Heliod acted out of color? I need more!
Very enjoyable read, thanks!
Heliod behaved very "white" in the story. White is the color of authority and rules, at times to the point of rigidity and tyranny. Heliod considered himself the big daddy of Gods, thus his position is not to be challenged, be it power or knowledge, even if such position was self-imposed by his ego.
Looking at Amonkhet gods after seeing their Theros counterparts, gotta say I much prefer worshiping the Amonkhet denizens, Theros Gods dastardly immaturity serves as good lessons and awful acquaintances, except perhaps Kruphix and Athreos. -
Jul 14, 2017cyberium_neo posted a message on Treasure Cruisin' with Daxos EnchantressPosted in: ArticlesQuote from CavalryWolfPack »Contamination is pretty expensive, and without a mana rock to produce white we cannot keep it around. I guess with cards like Bitterblossom it works? I do agree though, Contamination is incredibly fun to play with if you enjoy locking everyone out of the game!
I suggest Contamination after seeing your list because you have high number of mana artifacts to support that strategy. I also noted about the budget restriction, but it seems like a viable upgrade when the deck comes to it.
In one of my successful usage of Contamination, I equip Daxos with Skullslamp and Gift of Immortality then drop Contamination, each turn I recur Daxos to draw cards and quickly found mana rocks I need to maintain that lockdown. Daxos being the underdog tends to deviate attention away from me till it happens. -
Jul 13, 2017cyberium_neo posted a message on Treasure Cruisin' with Daxos EnchantressMy most difficult time with Daxos is the moment it comes out before it earns its first exp counter. I either cast him late or use cards like Angelic Renewal to keep him alive (also greatly combos with Sun Titan).Posted in: Articles
If theres room (budget wise), I'd also add Contamination. -
Jul 5, 2017cyberium_neo posted a message on The World of TherosOne of my favorite blocks but like Kamigawa I wish they explore more on their mechanics and side lores. It's likely we will return to Theros one day to oversee the fall of the Pantheon there.Posted in: Articles
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Jun 20, 2017cyberium_neo posted a message on Chandra, Gideon, and the Purifying FireConflict from within, yeah, but the Origins depicted stories where conflicts were mostly put on the main five instead of they themselves had some awakening inside, except perhaps Liliana. It is also a lot harder to be compassionate and understanding in trying moments than negative emotions.Posted in: Articles
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Jun 20, 2017cyberium_neo posted a message on Chandra, Gideon, and the Purifying FireHe could just mind trick the person to give him anything, so unless his telepathy is taxing, he has no need of money ever. The Origins were all trying to paint the characters to be misunderstood or abused victims, which is the most juvenile style of writing.Posted in: Articles
I remember a commenter of manga said, "Why is it that all super power has to be awaken via negative emotions? Why can't someone suddenly develop superpower via happiness or compassion?" -
Jun 19, 2017cyberium_neo posted a message on Chandra, Gideon, and the Purifying FireChandra waas must more charming than the current tomboy version. In fact, I like all the GW planeswalkers more before its forming.Posted in: Articles
For example, Jace erased his mentor's mind out of rage, which led to him erasing his own to escape guilt, is more likable than him battling his teacher who used him to earn... money? -
May 10, 2017cyberium_neo posted a message on The Fall of MirrodinThanks much for the lore! Great stories were written in the past prior to Gatewatch, we must spread the words!Posted in: Articles
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In my version, which is Junk colors, I uses Profane Command for added utility.
You are correct, but it can still reduce the costs of other creature abilities that turns it face down, such as Mischievous Quanar , and Ixidor's face-up ability.
Weatherseed Treefolk + Temur Ascendency = 5/3 trample haste card draw and return to hand when dies.
Villainous Wealth + Primeval Bounty = One casting of VW = multiple triggers of PB.
I like versatile cards AND risky cards, so a tutor that requires extra condition, with the added benefit of disrupting opponent's library, is the goal of this card.
UB
Sorcery
Searches target player's library for a card and put it on top of his or her library. At the beginning of the next end step, exile the top card of that library.
"I Should've written it down!"
A tutor spell with added utility, balanced via color, sorcery speed, and risk of losing it (or opponent gaining it).
Writer's Block serves two purposes, tutor your own card or negate your opponent's threat. WB is a sorcery, which means if you search your own library for a card you can't get it immediately, and if you don't have a way to pick it up you'll lose it at the end of the turn. You can also search your opponent's library for a card and the card would be a goner unless your opponent has a way to draw it immediately.
Perhaps Primeval Bounty could add to the fold.
Here is a link to the previous discussion. It's about BEST precon instead of favorite precon though.
http://www.mtgsalvation.com/forums/the-game/casual-related-formats/150302-best-pre-con-of-all-time
Unless there's something I'm missing, I believe Trail of Mystery can only search for basic land, so it cannot tutor up another Zoetic Cavern.
Good call.
Narset, Enlightened Master can also go with the Dragon auras from Scourge set. Specifically, Dragon Wings, Dragon Scales, and Dragon Breath. Not only they are non creature spells you can cast early for prowess benefits, Narset being a 6cc creature brings back all the aura onto her when she comes into play. Being hexproof keeps her alive well too.
Deep Analysis and Think Twice are great Jeskai spells provided that not only they are noncreature spells they also draw you cards, give you more to cast and trigger prowess.
Sword of Feast and Famine goes well with Mardu because it untaps all lands you control after the combat (if you hit), allow you to cast haste creature and/or combat trick while leaving you with untap lands for Raid triggers.
Vitalize is a very cheap and surprising way to untap all your creatures after you tap them for Outlast, preferably against an opponent thinking that you're out of blockers.
Bramblewood Paragon works well with the Warrior sub theme of this set.
Aside from Ajani, Gavony Township is a cost efficient and hard-to-counter way to add +1/+1 counters onto your Abzan army without activating Outlast. That said, Monstrosity creatures gain benefit from Abzan's army handily.
Narset, Enlightened Master benefits particularly well from Steel of the Godhead. Given her ability she is preferred attacking each turn, and Steel of the Godhead makes her unblock able and gain you life, allow her to attack safely without worrying about defense. Hexproof makes it easy to keep your benefit.
While not within the Abzan color, Curse of Stalked Prey allow you to easily put +1/+1 counters on your creatures, over and over again. It's still possible to make a Boros deck using white Abzan creatures. (or even Mardu color Abzan combination)