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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You are so evil
Eternal Witness would be terrible to deal with.
That and all the Spike creatures like Spike Feeder. Mother of Runes makes it even harder to deal with Alesha and other creatures.
What happened, then, if a non-creature permanent turned face up?
I would also recommend Blazing Shoal
Interestingly enough, a Manifested morph can be a face-down non-creature card, Break Open would downright kill it. That is, if you know which one to hit.
As Lightning Shrieker too can gain various properties as a creature. There are benefits playing spells and there are benefits playing creatures, which is why I find it unfair to call Lightning Shrieker a lesser Lava Axe.
It also triggers combat-related spells and abilities. Can Lava Axe attack twice with World at War type spells?
Merely using that as an example to make a point. Consider how frequently we see Momentous Fall in a competitive deck, there's no point making this a Spike discussion. Both cards have their advantages in different deck type and neither is weaker/stronger than the other.
MF's surprise factor is definitely a plus over Fruit, but Fruit requires only toughness. Green also have more synergy with enchantments over instants. Being a permanent, Fruit is more vulnerable to enchantment removal and it doesn't kill the creature on its own. However, as Ink-Treader pointed out, you can play this on opponent's creature, creates political advantages in multi-player, which MF cannot.
What I love is that Tasigur doesn't even require us to play all three Sultai color. In other words, if I want to play B/G I can do it.
As for the cards, get Deathrite Shaman, Bow of Nylea, and/or similar cards to thin your graveyard, then you will almost always get a useful card back.
If you're playing a deck featuring Doran, the Siege Tower and its ilk, their power tends to be lower than their toughness. In that case, Fruit is a better choice as card draw than MF.
All that potential, gone, because of Sarkhan's dragon fetish. If it were Sorin or Nahiri they'd be saving Ugin because of Eldrazi, so far Sarkhan did it because he wanted to get rid of Ugin's whisper and to admire the dragons.
Nice catch! Lovely flavor, knowing that Gvar came from a significant bloodline, him becoming an Abzan spawns a lot of lore possibilities.