Gameplay differences between Prerelease and Draft.
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Posted on Sept. 4, 2016, 3:42 p.m. by Bovine073
So, I (think) I have a fair bit of experience in draft, but could use some tips in prereleases of how it differs from draft (in gameplay, not the actual setup and rules, I know all that).
Anyways, I'm mainly interested in the speed of the prerelease vs. draft format and why some cards are supposedly good in prerelease, but not draft (example: Cultist's Staff?). Along these lines, is it easier/recommended to splash in prerelease or draft more, and any other just general tips and tricks.
Thanks!
Draft decks are easier to make two or even one color. Sealed (pre-release) is sometime hard to get only 2 colors to work. So splashing without fixing is some times required. Also sealed tend to lead to slower decks, so some equipment and other cards become better.
September 4, 2016 4:21 p.m.
Bovine073,
Gavin Verhey wrote a really good article on Sealed a while back. He can give you much better tips than I possibly could!
GoldGhost012 says... #2
Sealed (the prerelease format) is generally a slower and grinder format than draft. With draft, you're picking cards from every pack that actively contribute to your game plan. Draft decks tend to be much more powerful and synergistic. Sealed decks tend to be more like "what color(s) is the strongest/has the most impactful cards?" With draft decks you're actively working towards a goal, when with sealed decks you're just working with what you have. As such, sealed decks tend to have more lower-impact cards that tend to get shaved from a streamlined draft deck (like Cultist's Staff).
September 4, 2016 4:04 p.m.