I want to build a trap-theme casual deck.
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Posted on Oct. 11, 2016, 6:59 p.m. by StopShot
I want to build a trap-themed deck specifically in Selesnya colors, though I'd be open for expanding to a third color if there are interesting enough suggestions for it. Same goes for price unless I feel a card really hits home for flavor, so preferably nothing above $5 per card.
To get an idea for the sort of deck I want to build I want to use cards like; Pitfall Trap, Ambush Viper, Trip Noose, Quicksand. Maybe Pit Trap and Wall of Nets, but my play group uses specifically Modern cards, so I'd prefer to stay in that field if possible. (Do feel free to suggest non-modern cards for consideration.)
Also the cards I've been reviewing seem weak to fliers. So I was thinking maybe I might add in Deadly Recluse and Raking Canopy to counteract that. I just don't want to use straight forward spells like Pacifism or Lignify since that seems to go against the idea of setting up a trap.
Any trap-like card suggestions I should consider? Also what creatures do you feel like would best go for a trap deck like this? I kind of like the looks of Qasali Ambusher, and Advent of the Wurm, but I don't know what else would work well.
@Simon_Williamson, Maybe, I do like the idea of casting stuff out of nowhere, four mana for the Orrey is a bit too much if I'm under pressure, and Leyline of Anticipation will be a dead draw unless I go bant.
I feel including them would run the risk of using cards that would be effective with them, but not if I fail to have one on the battlefield. I think better alternatives to them could be spells like; Scout's Warning or Savage Summoning since they come with their own surprise elements.
October 11, 2016 7:16 p.m.
PhotogenicParasympathetic says... #4
Arrow Volley Trap? Baloth Cage Trap? Definitely Booby Trap. Cobra Trap. Leonin Bladetrap? Refraction Trap? Slingbow Trap for sure. Summoning Trap, only if you have enough creatures for it to be worth it. Trap Digger if you go non-modern. Trap Runner too.
Also, adding any of the other colors isn't awful - blue in particular has some good traps to offer, and red and black have a handful too.
October 11, 2016 8:01 p.m.
@PhotogenicParasympathetic, Sadly most trap cards are either too clunky, way too conditional, or better effect can be found on other cards. Trap Digger is on flavor, but I feel he's awfully slow for a deck that is supposed to surprise you, and I feel Maze of Ith does a much better job than Trap Runner to add as well.
I do want there to be flavor, but the deck needs some level of speed and effectiveness or else it might not feel too fun to play.
October 11, 2016 8:18 p.m.
i mean, i dont know trap cards but can you please name the deck "you've activated my trap card"
October 11, 2016 11:04 p.m.
Savage Summoning might not be a bad choice or you could use Yeva, Nature's Herald
October 11, 2016 11:11 p.m.
Note to self, consider; Goldenglow Moth, Hornet Nest, and Swarmyard.
October 11, 2016 11:12 p.m.
@shadow63, I'll consider, but it's a shame its only green creatures. I could think of some white creatures that would do very well.
Sim_Will_CMcantfindmehopefully says... #2
I like this theme! I would use cards like Vedalken Orrery and Leyline of Anticipation, flash everything in for an ambush!
October 11, 2016 7:04 p.m.