Notes & Combos
Super Motivated after WCQ!
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Season Thoughts:
After try-harding the WCQ last season with a no-handtrap build and failing to break past top 500 global, I realized that I would have to lament and try HTs to some extent if I hope to one day get top 100 in a DC. Shoutouts to Fillis cuz I thought his topping list was super interesting!
Going FULL spells I think is generally more fun, but there are many situations that can only be properly addressed with an Ash or Belle etc. (also diversifying your interuptions from just backrow when RT is EVERYWHERE is important)
The deck breakdown was VERY similar to the WCQ with just slightly less KT pure and more RT Zoo (I expect KT to make a strong comeback with the new pack)
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Deck Breakdown:
- Cross-out had moments for sure but wasn't exceptional, same with Droll as the 1 target. I am very open to changing either
- Shaved widow/linkage to 2x because it's often I don't really want to see multiple in my opener. Required extra Lemnis recycles occasionally but was mostly fine!
- 1 Thrust/Talents was nice knowing I don't see multiple, although Thrust with no going 1st target was awkward in a couple of games (not a huge deal though)
- Engage Zero was Enneacraft of which I only played 2 so maybe can be cut (but it did do it's job well!!)
- Ty-Phon was occasionally GOATed but I wouldn't be against shaving it and 1 other card for like 2 super poly targets and putting in 2 super poly to help going 2nd
- Shark SOOOO critical vs Branded. Really not sure how you consistently win that MU without it (I had some absolute CLASSIC matches vs Branded this season)
- ROTA: You COULD replace this with Drones or Linkage or some other form of engine but I liked it as it's better into FnV (and MST in linkage's case)
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Final Points:
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If you ever have any questions about how to play the deck, please check out MDM's Sky Striker channel! There are many kind/knowledgeable players ready to help newcomers or returnees to the deck!
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Even when end boards don't feel breakable I would encourage you to try! There were more than a handful of games this season I looked at my hand and wanted to scoop but somehow pulled it out
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Some decks like Elfnote and Magnets are kind of unbreakable going 2nd but between going 1st and other decks being around, I think it's fine not to play stuff like Fuwa
Replays
I always upload my highlight videos to my youtube channel! This season's will be up within a few days!
https://www.youtube.com/@stabbedbyahippie
In the mean time, please check out my highlights from the WCQ! After 150 games I uploaded the CRAZIEST ones with annotations to explain my thought process! Honestly think it's some of my best matches yet haha