Fri, 21 April 2017
Drake Haven will be a defining card from Amonkhet Drake Haven might be Mike's favorite card from Amonkhet..... Whatever that means. Sure, it's Lightning Rift-like (or Astral Slide-like, if you prefer). It screams to collaborate with tons and tons of cyclers printed in the vary same set. Untap with Drake Haven in play, and you have a ready-made source of defense, card advantage, and damage all at once. Mike thinks that Drake Haven could be a centerpiece of the new Standard... After all, it can counter and overwhelm Gideon, is highly synergistic with your own sweepers, and can chase down many Planeswalkers in the air, (at least when you have a turn). But almost by definition, many playing this card will give you a window to attack. Turn Three KillsFlameblade Adept + Noose Constrictor + Shadow of the Grave There are multiple variations on this kill, and some variability based on play or draw. The simple scenario works like this:
Build Your Own Baneslayer AngelWhile maybe not the best against Drake Haven decks directly, White Weenie decks seems to be getting a boost from Amonkhet. Always Watching was always a powerful card to play with the little white men, but combined with the new exert mechanic? Nothing but undercosted, potentially advantageous, attackers! Glory-Bound Initiate is a perfect option. It comes down on turn two (a turn before Always Watching) and can help you build your own Baneslayer Angel. Glory-Bound Initiate can become 4/4 on its own, but may have to slow down. Enter Always Watching Dozens of cards are explored in this podcast. Mike and Patrick can't wait to play Amonkhet!
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