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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Yeah, otherwise it'd cause a chain reaction where he ultimates upon arrival, and ultimates others at the same time.
Given Tariel's size and evasion, we can make her a voltron style reanimator, and white certainly doesn't lack equipment and aura for that purpose. Illusionist's Bracers is also a tool to double her efficiency.
Angel of Serenity echoes the suggestions above as selective graveyard management, with added benefit of being board removal and your own recursion.
Headbutt of the Amesha.
Who possibly remembers how many bread they have eaten in their life? (Sorry, I gotta)
I appreciate any outside of box creativities, one reason why I love the Aetherborn so much on this plane. Wizards should continue to expand color identities so people don't get stuck with the Dominaria/Ravnica/Alara stereotypes. (Tarkir only had one expansion to build on wedge identities compare to others, so I omit it here)
And Yahenni has been my favorite character of this expansion, it's good to see the foreshadowing in her previous story, and now it takes action. I love Aetherborn's ability to sense emotions in scent and sound. And here we see why Aetherborn is quite black in their identity while being interesting, quoting Yahenni and Lilianna:
L - "Does your penthouse have more than five bedrooms?" she asks. The woman smells of damp topsoil and an admirably healthy ego.
Y - "Darling, I wouldn't sleep in a house with fewer than seven," I respond. She nods in appreciation and holds out a hand.
There is a lack of creature removal in this deck, I'd at least have a sweeper like Supreme Verdict or single target ones like Swords to Plowshares. I also notice the low number of creatures, which may or may not warrant the use of cards like Asceticism when a few equipment would suffice. (Stoneforge Mystic and/or Stonehewer Giant would be nice alternatives)
While Thrasios is a great card advantage, he needs to be alive, and I will not rely entirely on one source of card draws. I think Thoughtcast and Thirst for Knowledge should have spots here. Sensei's Divining Top seems like a good artifact to have alongside card search like Intuition and Long-Term Plan. With a few (aforementioned) ways to dump artifact into the grave, addition of Daretti, Scrap Savant or Argivian Find would be useful.
I'd use Thought Reflection over Alhammarret's Archive.
Akiri feels like she could hit for over 21 easily with this deck, but to be on the safe side, perhaps another wincon? Even one X spells like Fireball would suffice.
But not overpowered by itself. I'm sure a good player would make a living nightmare out of a good partnership, but it wouldn't be overpowered.
EDIT: I played Reyhan + Silas, love the interactions with sac effects and modular creatures. Currently reading a thread about Akiri + Thrasios: http://www.mtgsalvation.com/forums/the-game/commander-edh/multiplayer-commander-decklists/761652-akiri-thrasios-got-more-rocks-than-fred-flintstone
If I resolve trigger A, trigger B simply fizzles because it cannot find the dying creature?
Thx. :3
I use Nissa, Voice of Zendikar in my deck for tokens and +1/+1 counters. I also use Altered Ego for utility purposes.
And, perhaps Atraxa, Praetors' Voice in 99 as well? She is a beater who synergies with your deck.