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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2) Rashmi, Eternities Crafter triggers.
3) In response to Rashmi, I cast Reclaim to put spell A on top of my library.
4) Reclaim resolves
5) Rashmi resolves, casts spell A
6) Spell A resolves and enters graveyard
7) Spelltwine resolves, casts A and B
Does this seem right?
[City of] Heroes never die.
Greenwarden of Murasa suddenly sounds a lot more awesome, given its 6cc being more inclusive with Rashmi.
EDIT: What do people think of Aluren in a Rashmi deck?
Top card manipulation has to be very consistent, otherwise there's a chance of "cascading" into another counterspell.
I think universal group hug deck may work with Pia Nalaar, with cards like Ghirapur Orrery to make everyone happy.
Need more dwarves
Glasses can do that to people :3
Makes sense, thx!
Vedalken was exclusively Mirrodin for a while, until they were found on other planes, mostly involved in intellectual traits. It is entirely possible that Aetherborn can appear else where, since Aether is just another form of energy.
Normally you gain 1 life immediately after Karlov enters battlefield through Warden, result in Karlov gets two +1/+1 counters right away.
With Pandharmonicon in play, both creatures' abilities trigger. You gain 1 life twice, and Karlov puts two +1/+1 counters on him four times, result in total of eight +1/+1 counters.
I hope that's correct?
So it could be anyone's artifact or creature entering battlefield, Panharmonicon led to double trigger from permanents you control, i.e., Soul Warden can trigger twice.
"Dies to removal" is usually a bad argument, but that is always relative depending on the cards. As an artifact creature, Gearhulk is vulnerable to two kinds of removal, therefore it's safe to consider it a slight flaw. (See Hammer of Purphoros for similar comparison)
This is a side of black I think Wizards doesn't explore as much as they should; tragedy. Just like red is about chaos and emotions, there are very few cards like Feldon of the Third Path that showcases its sympathetic side. With Aetherborn, and the cards that spoiled so far, they have this genuine sorrow embedded into them, a knowing that they will Die Young therefore must Live Fast, which fuels many of their hedonist schemes like Gonti, Lord of Luxury. This direction gives black a more human side, not just pure evil, violence, and corruption that permeates the color pie. Cards like Bereavement also has that tune to it, but Aetherborn takes it further.
I wish Wizards can continue to dish out the less common side of colors. Heliod, God of the Sun being an antagonist as white, and Nahiri, the Harbinger being a antagonist at W/R are both nice additions, I want to see more.