Big Black Ihsan

Commander / EDH Greataims

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czarkingrex says... #1

I would definitely cheapen your spells a bit. At least adding a Jet Medallion, Helm of Awakening, or just a Sol Ring would help. Magus of the Coffers and Crypt Ghast are even better. Putting in some spot removal and board hate would also serve you well. Trading out for Doom Blade, Bontu's Last Reckoning and Plague Wind would do wonders against even non-white stuff. If you want to get REALLY saucy, throw in Killing Wave and Torment of Hailfire to rub salt in their wounds.

September 8, 2017 4:50 p.m.

Greataims says... #2

czarkingrex thanks, those are a lot of great suggestions

September 9, 2017 6:36 a.m.

czarkingrex says... #3

I've got plenty more for creatures to replace too haha! Example: Ascendant Evincar instead of Greater Werewolf. Just hit me up if you want some more ;)

September 10, 2017 2:26 p.m.

Greataims says... #4

czarkingrex oh yes please, all the suggestions you have. I was actually thinking of making the Evincar my commander and Ihsan's shade just a creature.

September 16, 2017 2:58 p.m.

czarkingrex says... #5

To start, I'd make a decision on whether you want to play specifically anti-white, or just straight Voltron. I'll make different suggestions based on what you want.

September 17, 2017 9:23 a.m.

Greataims says... #6

czarkingrex Voltron deck seems interesting, how would I get that done?

September 17, 2017 2:44 p.m.

czarkingrex says... #7

In that case, here are the things that you should absolutely remove:

  • Zelyon Sword
  • Soul Separator
  • Profane Memento
  • Ghoulcaller's Bell
  • Runesword
  • Abyssal Specter
  • Armor Thrull
  • Black Carriage
  • Cackling Imp
  • Ghost Hounds
  • Greater Werewolf
  • Hidden Horror
  • Irini Sengir
  • Juzam Djinn
  • Keening Banshee
  • Kheru Bloodsucker
  • Master of the Feast
  • Phyrexian Hulk
  • Pilgrim of the Fires
  • Unburden
  • Prying Questions
  • Alms of the Vein
  • Torture
  • Shadows of the Past
September 17, 2017 3:05 p.m.

czarkingrex says... #8

Everything here is a loose recommendation; there are some cards I left alone that I would personally remove or avoid, but you probably enjoy as they are. That said, here are some creatures you can add to spice things up, (though to add them all you'd have to sacrifice more creatures than I mentioned):

September 17, 2017 3:38 p.m.

czarkingrex says... #9

Here are some deathtouch blockers, just in case you feel defense should be a focus too:

September 17, 2017 3:44 p.m.

czarkingrex says... #10

As far as Enchantments go, you don't need many:

September 17, 2017 3:51 p.m.

czarkingrex says... #11

Here we get to some VERY IMPORTANT additions, Equipments!

September 17, 2017 4:05 p.m.

czarkingrex says... #12

For instants and sorceries, grab LOTS of removal. Targeted stuff like Doom Blade and Tragic Slip is great, as are board wipes like Life's Finale or Bontu's Last Reckoning.

A good tutor package would always be good, but that can get pricey if you get anything better than Increasing Ambition.

Then you should be good to go!

September 17, 2017 4:11 p.m.

Greataims says... #13

czarkingrex I mean, i have a spare Demonic Tutor lying around, but you think it'd be a good idea to put it in there?

September 17, 2017 6:16 p.m.

Greataims says... #14

czarkingrex What do i remove though, have any suggestions?

September 17, 2017 7:05 p.m.

czarkingrex says... #15

Demonic Tutor should go in literally every black deck haha, it might be the best card in MtG. If you want to go Voltron, replace your other creatures with equipment and spells. You want stuff that prevents damage to you directly, but not if it gives you less chances to buff your commander. That's why I recommended all the Exalted creatures, since they do both. Giving them Deathtouch helps ward off attacks too.

A Cauldron of Souls would do you good as well, since it gives you an extra shot against board-wipes and removal. Really, just add any equipment or enchantment or combat trick that protects your dude and removes blockers. Umezawa's Jitte, Loxodon Warhammer and Worldslayer come to mind.

September 19, 2017 7:51 a.m.

czarkingrex says... #16

I'm a personal fan of Toxic Deluge and Hatred for creating openings then exploiting them. It's a 1-shot kill in 1v1.

September 19, 2017 7:53 a.m.

czarkingrex says... #17

To get the mana for combos like that, you might want Worn Powerstone and Jet Medallion too.

September 19, 2017 7:55 a.m.

czarkingrex says... #18

I gave you a list of what to get rid of earlier :)Oh, just thought of more stuff for unblockability: Prowler's Helm, Trailblazer's Boots, Rogue's Passage

Liliana Vess could also be helpful, since she tutors two cards, and can be a distraction target to save you some damage.

If you add enough trample and unblockable stuff, Exquisite Blood pairs nicely as well

September 19, 2017 8:01 a.m.

Greataims says... #19

czarkingrex Okay, added a ton of your suggestions. Two creatures that have to stay are the Black Carriage and Master of the feast. All the games i've won with them are because of those two creatures

September 19, 2017 11:07 a.m.

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