need help side boarding against jeskai
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Posted on Nov. 18, 2014, 7:45 p.m. by PartyGoat
Right now jeskai is my worst fear. I run a basic abzan deck with 4 rhinos 2 whips 2 elspeths etc. Basically all the staples. Yet I can't seem to out race jeskai. What do I need in my sideboard to combat all the utility jeskai has available.
As Abzan Midrange against Jeskai Tempo you typically want some combination out of your sideboard of -
More removal. Killing their creatures takes a lot of wind out of their sails and leaves them with a bunch of burn spells. Their game plan is to stick a threat and then keep the opponent off balance. If you keep them off a constant source of damage it's much easier to stabilize.
Cheaper threats, specifically you're trying to dodge Disdainful Stroke. However, many of them are bringing in some number of sweepers after board. Don't overextend into them.
Some enchantment removal. After board they tend to lean on Suspension Field and Banishing Light against Abzan. Getting your Siege Rhinos back, often mid combat, is pretty devastating.
GlistenerAgent says... #2
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November 18, 2014 7:50 p.m.