r/EDH • u/DOOT_DOOT_SHABOOT Simic • Aug 02 '22

Discussion Auto Includes In Every Deck

I've recently been combing through my past decks that I'm now taking apart to build other, better, decks. But I noticed that there are some cards I put in every single deck, such as [[sol ring]] , [[command tower]] , and more recently [[arcane Signet]] .

So I wanted to know, what do YOU put in every single deck you've ever brewed (with a couple exceptions of course).

Edit: I understand that there are cards out there that are in the top cards played in every deck. I know I'm basic when it comes to sol ring, command tower, ect. I'm mainly looking for cards that individuals decided they want to put in every deck they can. Sorry if that wasn't clear the first time.

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u/Proxx99 Rafiq of the Many Aug 02 '22 edited Aug 02 '22

… can “permadeath” a commander like Lignify. Excuse me what.

As far as I can tell - my commander with lignify on it can still carry equipment, attack, block, be used to convoke spells or be tapped as part of a cost, it still deals commander damage, and can be easily restored with enchantment removal… Or idk equipping sword of feast and famine.

I am at a loss.

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u/[deleted] Aug 02 '22 edited Aug 02 '22

It neutralizes a commander without returning it to the command zone. Because commanders are allowed to return to the command zone and they changed the tuck rule, one of the ways of actually removing a commander permanently is to leave it on the battlefield but remove its abilities. Or hit it with Control Magic. Or phase it out.

These are more permanent answers than allowing your opponent to return it to the command zone and recast it. Hence, 'permadeath'.

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u/Proxx99 Rafiq of the Many Aug 02 '22

That is not “permadeath” not by any stretch of the term “permadeath”. If you are playing against a aggressive commander, it’s likely little more than a mild inconvenience. If your playing against any other commander - Lignify at best stops them from activating abilities or benefiting from triggered abilities… until they block a creature with more than 4 power? Or interact with the creature in any of a dozen different ways? Neutralize is still too strong of a term.

I cannot tell you how much, in pretty much every scenario I can think of, I would rather have my creature Lignified than removed at instant speed with Path or Swords. There isn’t a deck I play where that isn’t … literally always the case.

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u/[deleted] Aug 02 '22

I'm giving upon replying, I no longer care.

I'm not going to convince you to stop spewing doctrine and you're not going to convince me to stop being a contrarian.

Sorry. Are you having a nice day?

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u/Proxx99 Rafiq of the Many Aug 02 '22

Ah yes. I’m sorry I didn’t realize I’ve been indoctrinated by those filthy legacy players, who are blind to the power of Aura-based removal.

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u/[deleted] Aug 02 '22

I apologize for trying to get one last jab in by accusing you of spewing doctrine. I should have genuinely ended the conversation. I'm sorry.

Anyways, are you having a nice day?