Help developing R/W steal, sacrifice deck
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Posted on Nov. 16, 2014, 9:17 p.m. by Slatoncs89
Hello. I'm trying to build a new deck for multiplayer but am having trouble searching for any good reference material. I want something that allows me to steal other people's creatures and deal direct damage to them. So far, I'm thinking Red/White but I'm not opposed to adding another color if needed. Here are some of the cards I'm thinking of including...
4x Fling
maybe Aggravated Assault
I have a lot of dual lands and fetch lands and so I'll run some of those. But I think I need some sort of land ramp in order to get some of these high cost creatures out quicker.
I know that's not much to go off of.. it's a pretty new idea for me and a branch from what I normally play. Thanks for the advice!
If you're planning to go with white, Cloudshift is a must have. What's better than stealing their best creature and then Flinging it at them? Stealing it and not having to give it back at end of turn, that's what. It also works well with Warmonger's suggestions of Akroan Conscriptor and any of the creatures with an ETB steal effect. Restoration Angel can also serve in this role in the late game. I personally like Culling Dais as a sac outlet because it fits your curve perfectly as a 2 drop and the creature sac ability doesn't require mana to activate so you can start stealing creatures on turn 3, and as long as you keep one mana up to activate it in response to removal, the second ability refills your hand for more shenanigans. If you're playing casual, legacy, or vintage, you can't go wrong with Ashnod's Altar. If you decide to go with a build that includes the creatures with ETB effects like Zealous Conscripts and Conquering Manticore, try to get a copy of Kiki-Jiki, Mirror Breaker. Because nothing helps you make friends like an infinite combo that lets you kill all your opponents immediately if it isn't countered. Have fun!
Warmonger says... #2
1st: Anytime you want to do a database search of Magic cards go to http://gatherer.wizards.com/Pages/Default.aspx
2nd: Assuming you are wanting to stay within the confines of Modern cards, the following is a fairly comprehensive list:
Act of Aggression
Akroan Conscriptor
Cunning Bandit
Blind with Anger
Bringer of the Red Dawn
Conquering Manticore
Dominus of Fealty
Flash Conscription
Fractured Loyalty
Grab the Reins
Harness by Force
Jeering Instigator
Mark of Mutiny
Might Makes Right
Molten Primordial
Portent of Betrayal
Skyfire Kirin
Smelt-Ward Gatekeepers
Threaten
Traitorous Blood
Traitorous Instinct
Unwilling Recruit
Word of Seizing
Zealous Conscripts
3rd: Along with all of these options, you should also look into getting a set of Barrage of Expendables. Each time you steal the creature, attack them with it, then sacrifice it to the Barrage, doing one damage as a result. They lose life, a creature, and a lot of tempo. Additional cards that do essentially the same thing are Magmaw, Orcish Bloodpainter, and Scorched Rusalka
Finally, I would also suggest Assemble the Legion and Legion's Initiative.
Good Luck!
November 17, 2014 3:16 a.m.