mathimus55 31 days{"ops":[{"insert":"Hello brewers,"},{"attributes":{"header":2},"insert":"\n"},{"insert":"\nWelcome back! I'll be filling in for Jeremy this month running this month's contest. As a reminder for the new structure of the Archidekt Deckbuilding Contest that started last month:\nContest participation is no longer limited by region. We’re so glad to finally have our friends outside of the US and Canada involved as well!"},{"attributes":{"list":"bullet"},"insert":"\n"},{"insert":"Finalists are now awarded credit to "},{"attributes":{"link":"https://www.cardsphere.com/"},"insert":"Cardsphere.com"},{"insert":", a sister site to Archidekt. Cardsphere is a peer-to-peer marketplace for buying and selling Magic cards. If you’ve never used it before, Joey from the EDHRECast recently made a great "},{"attributes":{"link":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oUc4-FnefrU&t=1s&pp=ygUKY2FyZHNwaGVyZQ%3D%3D"},"insert":"video covering the basics"},{"insert":"! Depending on their placement, finalists will receive either $250, $150 or $100 in credit."},{"attributes":{"list":"bullet"},"insert":"\n"},{"insert":"The "},{"attributes":{"link":"https://www.youtube.com/@EDHRECast"},"insert":"EDHRECast YouTube channel"},{"insert":" will now feature a video highlighting the finalist decks from each contest! Olivia Gobert-Hicks and myself will host."},{"attributes":{"list":"bullet"},"insert":"\n"},{"insert":"After the three finalists are announced, their placement is now determined by upvotes on the deck pages themselves. Be sure to vote for your favorite!"},{"attributes":{"list":"bullet"},"insert":"\n"},{"insert":"Finally, we’re working with a slightly different cadence (Wednesday-Wednesday-Wednesday-Wednesday). Details on that below."},{"attributes":{"list":"bullet"},"insert":"\n"},{"insert":"\nWith that out of the way, let's talk about the contest!\n\nWhat’s the contest all about?"},{"attributes":{"header":2},"insert":"\n"},{"insert":"Working within the parameters of the prompt provided below, construct a decklist with your own creative spin. Three chosen finalists will be awarded store credit to cardsphere.com. \n\n"},{"attributes":{"italic":true},"insert":"For May’s deckbuilding contest, construct a Commander-legal deck that showcases the adage of \""},{"attributes":{"italic":true,"bold":true},"insert":"I'm not here for a long time, I'm here for a good time!"},{"attributes":{"italic":true},"insert":"\" This prompt is open to interpretation - just be sure to explain your reasoning in your submission or deck description."},{"attributes":{"header":3},"insert":"\n"},{"insert":"\nHere’s how to participate:"},{"attributes":{"header":2},"insert":"\n"},{"insert":"Brew an EDH/Commander legal deck on Archidekt that satisfies the prompt.\nAny unreleased cards spoiled during the contest’s duration "},{"attributes":{"bold":true},"insert":"are"},{"insert":" allowed."},{"attributes":{"list":"bullet"},"insert":"\n"},{"insert":"Silver-bordered and acorn cards, while cool, are "},{"attributes":{"bold":true},"insert":"not "},{"insert":"allowed. "},{"attributes":{"list":"bullet"},"insert":"\n"},{"insert":"Digital-only cards (such as those designed for the Alchemy format on Arena) are "},{"attributes":{"bold":true},"insert":"not"},{"insert":" allowed."},{"attributes":{"list":"bullet"},"insert":"\n"},{"insert":"Strictly one deck submitted per user."},{"attributes":{"list":"bullet"},"insert":"\n"},{"insert":"Reply to this newspost, the "},{"attributes":{"link":"https://discord.com/channels/494339685452087296/1225135430970900500"},"insert":"Discord submission post"},{"insert":", or the "},{"attributes":{"link":"https://x.com/archidekt/status/1775577489370222865?s=20"},"insert":"announcement tweet "},{"insert":"from the "},{"attributes":{"link":"https://twitter.com/archidekt"},"insert":"@archidekt"},{"insert":" account on Twitter with a link to your deck before "},{"attributes":{"bold":true},"insert":"9:00 pm EST (UTC -5, currently) on Wednesday, May 8, 2024"},{"insert":". Only one submission per user!\nFrom the eligible submissions, we'll select three finalists with lists that we believe best embody the spirit of the prompt. "},{"attributes":{"bold":true},"insert":"Deck descriptions are not required but certainly may provide valuable context!"},{"insert":"\n\nOn "},{"attributes":{"bold":true},"insert":"Wednesday, May 15th, 2024"},{"insert":", we’ll announce three finalists via Discord and a video on the EDHRECast YouTube channel. Each finalist will be awarded credit on cardsphere.com. The value of the credit is in US dollars and depends on the finalist's placement in deck upvotes at the end of the week-long polling period:\n1st Place Prize - $250"},{"attributes":{"list":"bullet"},"insert":"\n"},{"insert":"2nd Place Prize - $150"},{"attributes":{"list":"bullet"},"insert":"\n"},{"insert":"3rd Place Prize - $100"},{"attributes":{"list":"bullet"},"insert":"\n"},{"insert":"Finalists will be contacted via email, Discord or Twitter/X (depending on where they submitted) regarding their winnings within roughly 24 hours following the conclusion of voting on Wednesday, May 22, 2024. Please note, you must have a Cardsphere account in order to receive your winnings. It's quick and free-- "},{"attributes":{"link":"https://www.cardsphere.com/signup"},"insert":"register here"},{"insert":" if you don't have an account already!\n\nWe also now apply a “Contest Winner” role to all finalists, giving them a little trophy icon next to their username on deck tiles (the links that appear on places like the homepage). Prior contest winners have already had this role applied. \n\n"},{"attributes":{"link":"https://archidekt.com/contestRules"},"insert":"Official contest rules"},{"insert":".\n\nThank you!"},{"attributes":{"header":2},"insert":"\n"},{"insert":"There are a lot of changes baked into this month’s contest. Please bear with us as we work through any unexpected growing pains!\n\nIf you have any other questions, feel free to ask here, reach out on "},{"attributes":{"link":"https://twitter.com/archidekt"},"insert":"Twitter"},{"insert":", or join "},{"attributes":{"link":"https://discord.gg/sctEc9Ru36"},"insert":"our public Discord server"},{"insert":". We look forward to seeing what you all come up with! \n\nThe Archidekt Team"},{"attributes":{"header":3},"insert":"\n"},{"insert":"\n"}]}
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Toaster_Bard 31 days{"ops":[{"insert":"Hey everybody!\n\n\tFirst time entering one of these deckbuilding contests, the theme seemed too fun to not build!\n\nFor the challenge, I built a Greven, Predator Captain deck that goes all in on nuking the life total to take out opponents in one or two turns, while still within the semi-reasonable budget of $150.\n\nI would say the deck is fun (a good time) because its very high risk/high reward, having the ability to K.O the table in one swoop if executed with the right cards, but can backfire hilariously and kill me with an opponents well timed removal spell, or even lightning bolt to the dome XD.\n\n\tAs a result of the large quantity of rocks, rituals, and glass cannon wincons, the deck can definitely end games quickly if it gets off to a fast start, or no one can deal with Greven in time.\n\nAnyways, here is the list, hope you all enjoy!\nhttps://archidekt.com/decks/7557232/im_not_stuck_in_here_with_you_youre_stuck_in_here_with_me\n"}]}
Edited 5/2/2024, 12:59:51 AM
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Drow_Elf_on_the_Shelf 31 days{"ops":[{"insert":"My deck is \"BARBARBARBARBAR\", the barbarian tribal edh deck that's all about bonking your opponents over and over with everyone's favorite dommy mommy, Karlach with the Haunted One Background. \n\nNot only is Karlach's story thematic to this month's contest, with her time in the Forgotten Realms being limited, (literally being here not for a long time, but a good time) this deck is very emblematic through its \"swing for the fences\" strategy. If you can't give your opponents some brain damage fast, you won't be around too long.\n\nFor your consideration,\n"},{"attributes":{"link":"https://archidekt.com/decks/5134748/barbarbarbarbar"},"insert":"https://archidekt.com/decks/5134748/barbarbarbarbar"},{"insert":"\n"}]}
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netebaG 31 days{"ops":[{"insert":"Ah chaos deck, a meme that has both plagued and entertained my lgs for months. Norin the Wary helming means that I get donkey kicked whenever they're sick of me, but while I'm around I mess with as much as I can. Doesn't win, doesn't react well, most of what I do hurts me too, but whenever I pull it out the table always has a good time. \n\n"},{"attributes":{"link":"https://archidekt.com/decks/6070190/goofy"},"insert":"https://archidekt.com/decks/6070190/goofy"},{"insert":"\n"}]}
Edited 5/2/2024, 1:47:25 AM
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Sadrobot 31 days{"ops":[{"attributes":{"link":"https://www.archidekt.com/decks/6854298/laelia_the_blade_reforged_cascade"},"insert":"Laelia, the Blade Reforged - Cascade • (Commander / EDH deck) • Archidekt"},{"insert":"\n\nLaelia doesn't have to stay long, just long enough to discover/cascade into basically the whole deck (59 lands). Nothing but the cascade/discover cards cost less than 6 mana. Then, if things do run long, just large haymakers to finish the job for a fun time, since I'll always hit my land drops. Kind of a meme deck but a lot more fun to play than I thought when building it. \n"}]}
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ButterToasties 31 days{"ops":[{"insert":"I’ve had this deck spiral out of control in the first few turns more times than I can count. Nothing says “good time” like 24 points of commander damage on turn 5\n"},{"attributes":{"link":"https://archidekt.com/decks/6814055/tuya_bearclaw"},"insert":"https://archidekt.com/decks/6814055/tuya_bearclaw"},{"insert":"\n"}]}
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BrewingTide 31 days{"ops":[{"insert":"Tinybones, the Pickpocket\nIf you are going to pick pockets you might as well go fast and use all the cool trinkets you have. \nhttps://archidekt.com/decks/7465412/look_over_there\n\n *Warning* \n Studies have shown that saying \"But he's just a little guy\" only works temporarily as Tinybones loves to taunt people with what he has stolen.\n"}]}
Edited 5/2/2024, 2:13:17 AM
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PastelSkunk 31 days{"ops":[{"insert":"I went with the new upcoming commander Bria, Riptide Rogue!\nI wanted to embrace the theme by using Izzet's explosive draw and mana surging abilities, powered up by Bria's Prowess abilities to make a whole bunch of scary things to attack my opponents. I'll be using all the best token generators accompanied with haste enablers to create a mighty swarm of magical minions before anyone knows what hit em'! Cuz Bria's here for a good time (for me) and not for a long time (because we'll have already won!) \n\n"},{"attributes":{"link":"https://www.archidekt.com/decks/7554286/rippity_quick_bria"},"insert":"https://www.archidekt.com/decks/7554286/rippity_quick_bria"},{"insert":"\n"}]}
Edited 5/2/2024, 3:05:06 AM
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Molkshake 31 days{"ops":[{"insert":"Adamaro is here to draw cards for all! He gets more powerful as everyone has more fun playing more cards. It's sure to be an accelerated game when everyone has no max hand-size with "},{"insert":{"card-link":"Anvil of Bogardan"}},{"insert":", and we're all drawing more cards with things like "},{"insert":{"card-link":"Shah of Naar Isle"}},{"insert":", "},{"insert":{"card-link":"Temple Bell"}},{"insert":", and "},{"insert":{"card-link":"Font of Mythos"}},{"insert":". We're here to play magic, so let's do as much as we can!\n\nP.S. Watch out for "},{"insert":{"card-link":"Vicious Shadows"}},{"insert":"! It'll end the game right quick!\n\n"},{"attributes":{"link":"https://www.archidekt.com/decks/7558606/adamaro_a_good_time_for_all"},"insert":"Adamaro - A good time for all!"},{"insert":"\n"}]}
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Destroyander 31 days{"ops":[{"insert":"\"Nah Fam, WE'RE Dying\" - The Red Terror\n\nA personal deck of mine where even hurting ourselves grows our commander to lethal range. 0% Win Rate, 100% Glee Inducing.\n\nhttps://archidekt.com/decks/7558571/may_contest\n"}]}
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Redna 31 days{"ops":[{"insert":"Here's a silly deck I made about doing your best to stay alive with foods and also playing cards from exile\n\nhttps://archidekt.com/decks/7558131\n\nThis deck is good for having fun through 'the luck of the draw' while chipping away at your opponents with their own cards!\n"}]}
Edited 5/2/2024, 2:38:57 AM
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clonejokes 31 days{"ops":[{"insert":"Bear Force One: Where every card is just a bear-y good time!\n\nWith Ayula, Queen Amongst Bears leading the charge, this deck is all a bout one thing and one thing only: BEARS!\n\nNo fancy tricks, no convoluted combos; just pure, unadulterated bear power!\n\nNever won, never cared. This deck is unbearably fun!\n\n"},{"attributes":{"link":"https://www.archidekt.com/decks/7444944/bear_force_one"},"insert":"Link to Deck List"},{"insert":"\n"}]}
Edited 5/2/2024, 2:43:40 AM
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licidy 31 days{"ops":[{"insert":"AFK the Deck - "},{"attributes":{"link":"https://archidekt.com/decks/7493914"},"insert":"https://archidekt.com/decks/7493914"},{"insert":"\n\nThis "},{"attributes":{"bold":true},"insert":"Heliod, the Radiant Dawn"},{"insert":" deck aims to draw-out its opponents by forcing draws and skipping turns. Eventually you can choose to never take another turn the rest of the game. ;-) \n"}]}
Edited 5/8/2024, 6:49:50 AM
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Nuvexa 31 days{"ops":[{"insert":"The entire goal of this deck to hurt yourself as much as possible to make a really big commander and one shot people. Funny part is that you want to lose to your crypt flip!\n\nhttps://archidekt.com/decks/6845109/stop_hitting_myself\n"}]}
Edited 5/2/2024, 2:57:47 AM
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curmevexas 31 days{"ops":[{"insert":"Everyone loves the monarch because it encourages players to swing more often than they normally would and because it adds extra card draw. While some will hide behind their castle walls to protect their position, my goal is to just steal it back with ease (and play a few cheeky cards that benefit us when the monarch is stolen e.g. "},{"insert":{"card-link":"Sword of War and Peace"}},{"insert":"). Maybe I'll win with some buffed up rogues or "},{"insert":{"card-link":"Strixhaven Stadium"}},{"insert":" knockouts, or maybe my all-out-offense is going to leave me a little "},{"attributes":{"italic":true},"insert":"too "},{"insert":"vulnerable.\n\nhttps://archidekt.com/decks/1107070/anowon_the_ruin_thief_prince_of_thieves\n\n\n"}]}
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ViableVallee 31 days{"ops":[{"insert":"I went with the Fading, Vanishing, Unearth, Evoke, and the lands become creatures until end of turn route. Most of the deck is on a timer, and you just gotta play your heart out until you win or run out of time. Simic seemed best so went that way. \nhttps://www.archidekt.com/decks/7559243/evoke_my_sanity\n"}]}
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