This deck actually looks like a ton of fun, and extra affordable for me because I already have two Nykthos for Modern Elves. I don't usually play control, but this is only control in the loosest sense, more of a tribal tempo deck with some control elements thanks to your blue base. Think I might build this sometime soon! I just need to decide if I wanna keep in that combo or not. It's so inefficient and it'd free up so many slots, but it's gotta feel so good to win with it...!
Im not so sure about the backup wincon, but the rest of the deck seems pretty solid. You might try +4 unsubstantiate, +1 mana leak, +1 island, +2 Cold-Eyed Selkie/Lullmage Mentor in its place.
+josh biladeau yah your way is much more reliable and consistent. But the backup win con is just too much fun. Also even without the Labritoy Mainiac, the Puresight + Mantel combo to fix your draw every turn is kinda awesome.
Hi GMG ! What do you think about Sky hussar? Could help keep up with the draw with a minor drawback since wait until we control the board before attacking.
+Warzim for starters a LOVE Sky hussar. I tried so hard to make him work in this deck but it just didn't work. This deck is more tempo based so losing options by having your creatures tapped down is just too much of a loss. I'm working on a tokes deck that I will try and include him in.
So what would I replace or add instead of the infinite combo alt win? I have money for 4 Coralhm commanders, but what would replace the other combo cards?
I imagine your opponent trying to mill you with Grindstone or whatever is very funny if you know you have Laboratory Maniac in your hand. He has you milled down to just one card in your library, and he thinks he's a inch a way from winning, then BAM>>>>>>Laboratory Maniac.
i mean, its not played beacause of snapcaster (he exiles rune snag, thus becoming worse than mana leak), but having to pay late game 4+ or even 6+ to cast a spell... ouchie xDD
On it's own this looks nice, but being a Merfolk player, watching this kinda hurts a little :p Oh and still keeping it budget, play 4 Master Of Waves, it's the biggest bomb you have and will only cost an extra 6. If you opponent can't answer it immedeatly it end the game every time
It is already weaker than other decks as your Lords are a whole turn behind the better ones and the combo doesn't help much in consistency. Probably one of the weaker budget decks
I really like the style of your deck techs! Keep the good stuff coming!
+STARPION LP thanks. Did you vote for the next deck?
Giant Monster Games Yes I did ! I voted for defender mill, but it seems we will have some Raktos fans here.
yo, just some budget upgrade idear : wanderwine prophets + stonybrook schoolmaster can eventually give you an infinite turn combo. Enjoy
Awesome deck man. Loving the videos so far.
I love this deck. I just got done using at a tournament and it got me 2nd place and this was perfect budget for me as well.
Nice! I"m glad I could help.
This deck actually looks like a ton of fun, and extra affordable for me because I already have two Nykthos for Modern Elves. I don't usually play control, but this is only control in the loosest sense, more of a tribal tempo deck with some control elements thanks to your blue base. Think I might build this sometime soon! I just need to decide if I wanna keep in that combo or not. It's so inefficient and it'd free up so many slots, but it's gotta feel so good to win with it...!
yah the combo is more for fun then anything eles. That being said I have won a couple games with it.
Im not so sure about the backup wincon, but the rest of the deck seems pretty solid. You might try +4 unsubstantiate, +1 mana leak, +1 island, +2 Cold-Eyed Selkie/Lullmage Mentor in its place.
+josh biladeau yah your way is much more reliable and consistent. But the backup win con is just too much fun. Also even without the Labritoy Mainiac, the Puresight + Mantel combo to fix your draw every turn is kinda awesome.
I can mad respect that. Sometimes I miss fun decks that dont try to be anything theyre not.
Buy two goblin mefolk duel decks and you can almost build both of your budget decks/ similar version for $40
Hi GMG ! What do you think about Sky hussar? Could help keep up with the draw with a minor drawback since wait until we control the board before attacking.
+Warzim for starters a LOVE Sky hussar. I tried so hard to make him work in this deck but it just didn't work. This deck is more tempo based so losing options by having your creatures tapped down is just too much of a loss. I'm working on a tokes deck that I will try and include him in.
Oh man I'm dying to fit him in a deck for so long I love this card. Keep me posted on the token deck!
Wouldnt seas claim be controlled by the other player though, if it is attached to another players land? Sorry if this is a stupid question.
Nope the enchantment is still owned and controlled my the player that cast the spell.
How is voidmage prodigy legal in modern?
Can you build a budget red green deck? Thank you
So what would I replace or add instead of the infinite combo alt win? I have money for 4 Coralhm commanders, but what would replace the other combo cards?
merfolk loads is the #1 thing this deck needs more of. That and Aether vile. Sadly they are all expensive.
spreading seas seems better than sea's claim.. it replaces itself
I imagine your opponent trying to mill you with Grindstone or whatever is very funny if you know you have Laboratory Maniac in your hand. He has you milled down to just one card in your library, and he thinks he's a inch a way from winning, then BAM>>>>>>Laboratory Maniac.
cosi's trickster would be good against naya burn though
if you don't play snapcaster i prefer rune sang to mana leak (for late game ^^)
i mean, its not played beacause of snapcaster (he exiles rune snag, thus becoming worse than mana leak), but having to pay late game 4+ or even 6+ to cast a spell... ouchie xDD
why not do a version full combo?
I hate playing against merfolk, but I love the deck tech!
merfolk is a fair deck, i'd rather play against that then lantern control
you make great videos I am recommending you to everyone I know
Awesome! Thanks!
How about Triton Shorestalker? it's a 1/1 for one blue and it's unblockable.
Big Mack Maybe in a Blue Green Variant with buffs, but in this deck Control and Tempo Advantage > Aggro
Enjoy your deck tech videos! Can you make an infect deck tech video?!
I'll add it to the list of deck techs :) it's a long list so make sure you vote for it once you see it.
for sure! Where do I vote?
I made a deck out of that backup combo last uesr
*year
+Max Cohen yah it could be a full deck in itself.
there's another untap symbol card in white that in a similar cirumstance seems a lot like thopter sword. Check out patrol signaler
Why judge's Familiar isn't curse catcher way better in this deck
Is Curse Catcher such a hard add?
+Zachary Clemente nope it’s just $10 each.
Giant Monster Games oh snap!!! I didn't realize. I should go cash in.
is this deck viable for modern or semi-compeittive play?
Yep and it has lot of room to be upgraded.
On it's own this looks nice, but being a Merfolk player, watching this kinda hurts a little :p
Oh and still keeping it budget, play 4 Master Of Waves, it's the biggest bomb you have and will only cost an extra 6. If you opponent can't answer it immedeatly it end the game every time
Just found your Channel today awesome Vids, easy Sub :D
YAH Glad to have you on board!
Miss you, bud
Thanks Dude. Life has changed so I stopped making video. AKA: I had kids.
Will this be updated since ixalan is in now
I'm going to wait for the second Ixalan set to come out then look at how / if it can be upgraded.
Giant Monster Games
Love this deck.. But want to know if you saw any upgrades in the ixalan sets
It isn't terrible though just a little janky
Tidebinder not Tidebringer
Hey, a GMG video!
+SuneEnough yah! I'm hoping to start posting every week soon.
men can you help me? i have $300 for a modern deck , can you recomend me some deck?
so what diid you buy?
10$ standard
I don't do stranded decks because SBMTG just does such a good job.
It is already weaker than other decks as your Lords are a whole turn behind the better ones and the combo doesn't help much in consistency. Probably one of the weaker budget decks