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Post by cajun on Apr 21, 2019 20:51:42 GMT
Karina returns to Rixos with a smile and a determined look in her eye. "Hello again!" She holds her hands and her spear behind her back. "Thanks for your suggestion earlier, I think I know exactly what to make her now. To make up for not buying that, I thought maybe I could buy those keys and flute after all?"// Karina pulls out a pouch of genuine Ravnican zibs and shows it to Rixos.Substantial Offer ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521555244/X.gif) ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521555837/U.gif) ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521555837/R.gif) Sorcery ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521555837/rare.gif) Gain control of target permanent unless its controller pays ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521555244/X.gif) .
one part steal, one part tax, one part punisher, and red should let this snag lands as well.
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Post by mrlozano on Apr 22, 2019 10:56:22 GMT
I examine the new blade, noting that it seems to resonate with my other weapons as soon as I take hold of it. Nodding, I draw out one of my other weapons - one of my less used tools, acquired in my travels yet not particularly suited to my own style of combat. "Another fine blade... for the moment I believe these two will be enough, though I may return to browse your wares further in the future."Sentry's Spear ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521554622/2.gif) Artifact - Equipment ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521555837/common.gif) Equipped creature gets +1/+2 and has vigilance. Equip ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521554622/2.gif) Sentry's Spear's equip ability costs ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521554622/2.gif) less to activate if it targets a creature with defender. "So, it's a deal?" Rixos takes the automatic weapons and the spears, putting them into his pocket. "I'm sure I can make some profit with these."Hire Mercenaries ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521555837/W.gif) ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521555837/B.gif) Enchantment ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521555837/uncommon.gif) Whenever an Equipment enters the battlefield under your control, create a tapped colorless Treasure token with “ ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521555837/T.gif) , Sacrifice this artifact: Add one mana of any color.” Sacrifice an untapped Treasure you control: Attach target unattached Equipment to target creature. "I give you the money and the weapons, then you do the job."Sentry's Spear: Why would you want vigilance in a creature with defender? Outside of Doran or M19Arcades EDH decks the las line seems useless. And also, it should be written "Equip creature with defender ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521554622/0.gif) ", like in Blackblade Reforged. I suppose it works as a common, but I personally don't like it. 5/10
Cajun, I'll get to you later.
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Post by mrlozano on Apr 22, 2019 11:32:25 GMT
Karina returns to Rixos with a smile and a determined look in her eye. "Hello again!" She holds her hands and her spear behind her back. "Thanks for your suggestion earlier, I think I know exactly what to make her now. To make up for not buying that, I thought maybe I could buy those keys and flute after all?"// Karina pulls out a pouch of genuine Ravnican zibs and shows it to Rixos.Substantial Offer ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521555244/X.gif) ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521555837/U.gif) ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521555837/R.gif) Sorcery ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521555837/rare.gif) Gain control of target permanent unless its controller pays ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521555244/X.gif) .
one part steal, one part tax, one part punisher, and red should let this snag lands as well. "Hello again girl!" Rixos looks at the money. "That's a pretty respectable quantity." Something doesn't feel right here... "Can I ask you where did you got that money? You seem like a nice girl and I would not like to see you getting into trouble for stealing money to buy my things." Rixos looks at Karina with a very serious look in his face.Harsh Response ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521554622/1.gif) ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521555837/B.gif)
Instant ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521555837/rare.gif) As an additional cost to cast ~ sacrifice a nonland permanent or pay ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521555837/W.gif) . Exile target creature. "Dismissed."(If you wanted a land, there you go. Otherwise, bad luck.) Substantial Offer: I like this, but it seems too expensive to me. I believe it's going to lead to more feel-bad moments than to good plays. Anyways, it would need testing. The idea is good so 8/10.
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Post by blueseclipse on Apr 23, 2019 2:22:20 GMT
"So, it's a deal?" Rixos takes the automatic weapons and the spears, putting them into his pocket. "I'm sure I can make some profit with these."Hire Mercenaries ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521555837/W.gif) ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521555837/B.gif) Enchantment ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521555837/uncommon.gif) Whenever an Equipment enters the battlefield under your control, create a tapped colorless Treasure token with “ ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521555837/T.gif) , Sacrifice this artifact: Add one mana of any color.” Sacrifice an untapped Treasure you control: Attach target unattached Equipment to target creature. "I give you the money and the weapons, then you do the job."Sentry's Spear: Why would you want vigilance in a creature with defender? Outside of Doran or M19Arcades EDH decks the las line seems useless. And also, it should be written "Equip creature with defender ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521554622/0.gif) ", like in Blackblade Reforged. I suppose it works as a common, but I personally don't like it. 5/10 Regarding Sentry's Spear, I templated it after the current oracle text of Ghostfire Blade, which still is written as a cost reduction to the equip ability as opposed to a separate equip ability - specifically because the difference isn't based on a specific typing of the creature it's being equipped to, but a specific quality of that creature.As for Hire Mercenaries, while it's a good card, I'm not seeing the flavor connection. You're not hiring anything with this - you're generating money from equipment, and then using that money to... put the equipment onto creatures? If I opened this card and saw the name, without looking at anything else, I'd be expecting something that could make Soldier or Warrior tokens (or Mercenary tokens if the type was being used in the set). 7/10I nod, and stow the two blades I purchased. "A pleasure doing business with you, Rixos of House Ker. I hope any future transactions will be as profitable for us both." With that, I depart to seek out the detective I'd spoke with earlier... as a seeker of knowledge, he will hopefully be able to tell me more about this New Phyrexia.
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Post by cajun on Apr 23, 2019 16:27:40 GMT
"Hello again girl!" Rixos looks at the money. "That's a pretty respectable quantity." Something doesn't feel right here... "Can I ask you where did you got that money? You seem like a nice girl and I would not like to see you getting into trouble for stealing money to buy my things." Rixos looks at Karina with a very serious look in his face. // A shocked look covers Karina's face
"I didn't steal it! I have a job on the Arena. I talked to my boss and she gave me some money before payday, so I could buy them before I leave."
It wasn't really a lie, was it? Deceptive Honesty ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521554622/2.gif) Enchantment ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521555837/uncommon.gif) Whenever you cast an instant or sorcery spell with no targets, draw a card. "I promise to speak the truth, as much of the truth that serves me, and nothing but the truth." Harsh Response - mechanically the white seems a bit ?? but the flavor on it checks out. This is fine at uncommon and possibly even common since its a Bone Splinters sidegrade. 9/10
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Post by mrlozano on Apr 24, 2019 12:17:13 GMT
// A shocked look covers Karina's face
"I didn't steal it! I have a job on the Arena. I talked to my boss and she gave me some money before payday, so I could buy them before I leave."
It wasn't really a lie, was it? Deceptive Honesty ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521554622/2.gif) Enchantment ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521555837/uncommon.gif) Whenever you cast an instant or sorcery spell with no targets, draw a card. "I promise to speak the truth, as much of the truth that serves me, and nothing but the truth." "Right... That makes sense." Rixos starts searching for the keys in his pockets. "Let me find these... They must be here somewhere..." He takes them off. "While I search for he flute, may I ask you where you work? I'm just curious."The Truth is a Lie ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521554622/1.gif) ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521555837/W.gif) ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521555837/B.gif) Enchantment ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521555837/rare.gif) Whenever an opponent casts an instant or sorcery spell, you gain 2 life. Whenever an opponent draws a card, except the first card they draw on each of their turns you may pay 2 life. If yo do, draw a card. "Thruth is a relative term."(I promise Rixos is not trying to put Karina in a bad spot, he is just a curious guy). Deceptive Honesty: I'm not sure if this could plainly be "Whenever you cast an instant or sorcery spell, draw a card." but given there is no precedence I think the card is fine. 8/10 You would have gotten a 9/10 if your other card (Substantial Offer) hadn't got targets.
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Post by cajun on Apr 25, 2019 7:30:09 GMT
"Right... That makes sense." Rixos starts searching for the keys in his pockets. "Let me find these... They must be here somewhere..." He takes them off. "While I search for he flute, may I ask you where you work? I'm just curious." I think back to Hana's words."Now, Rixos knows us, and he doesn't think well of us; if I or the 7CI officially were to go try and acquire them he'd probably react poorly." I smile but don't answer at first. "Oh, you know, just helping people around the Arena. Trying to stop fights before they start."Uncertain Answer Instant ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521555837/uncommon.gif) Draw two cards. At the beginning of the next end step, discard your hand. The Truth is a Lie - second trigger's good, think the first is a bit much lifegain tho. 8/10
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Post by mrlozano on Apr 25, 2019 15:59:29 GMT
I think back to Hana's words."Now, Rixos knows us, and he doesn't think well of us; if I or the 7CI officially were to go try and acquire them he'd probably react poorly."I smile but don't answer at first. "Oh, you know, just helping people around the Arena. Trying to stop fights before they start."Uncertain Answer Instant ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521555837/uncommon.gif) Draw two cards. At the beginning of the next end step, discard your hand. "Oh, that's pretty nice. Peace is good for my business." Rixos finally takes out the flute and hands it to Karina. "Regarding this flute... Let me give you a warning. Don't try to ever use it on me. I have my means to prevent it's effect. And you won't like them." Rixos looks at you. "I don't mean it in an aggresive way, but have it on mind, please."Precautionary Warning ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521555837/W.gif) ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521555837/W.gif) Instant ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521555837/rare.gif) Exile all cards from target player's graveyard. You gain 1 life for each card exiled this way. Uncertain Answer: This seems much more red than blue to me, blue has no precedent in this kind of effects and red has impulsive drawing, which is very similar. 6/10
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Post by cajun on Apr 25, 2019 16:28:05 GMT
"Oh, that's pretty nice. Peace is good for my business." Rixos finally takes out the flute and hands it to Karina. "Regarding this flute... Let me give you a warning. Don't try to ever use it on me. I have my means to prevent it's effect. And you won't like them." Rixos looks at you. "I don't mean it in an aggresive way, but have it on mind, please." I breathe easier when he doesn't push the issue. I don't think I could have dodged another question.
"Don't worry," I say with a smile. "I'm going to make sure it doesn't ever get used on anyone."
// She pays Rixos, tucks the items into her bag, and continues on her way. Precautionary Warning - an odd way to answer this, but does let her answer slide, so checks out. A lot cheaper than most of the comparable effects, but Honor the Fallen is the closest so, maybe at 2W? 8/10re: no precedent in blue, Ideas Unbound
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Post by Popcornia on Apr 26, 2019 1:34:58 GMT
mrlozanoThe air is still. Stiller than dead. Even the wind had decided to screw off and blow in another direction. Every mote of dust seemed to hang in the air where it was, as if being dared to stay still. The reason became apparent soon enough. Crawling from between the floor and the wall, a white, ghostly claw found purchase in the floor, before pulling itself forward, eyes hollow as it looked towards the only living thing in the room. Almost as suddenly as the spirit, another figure, clearly much more living, entered the room, hands in a gesture that indicated it had control over the spirit."The Master would have word with you, merchant."
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Post by mrlozano on Apr 26, 2019 10:48:12 GMT
The air is still. Stiller than dead. Even the wind had decided to screw off and blow in another direction. Every mote of dust seemed to hang in the air where it was, as if being dared to stay still. The reason became apparent soon enough. Crawling from between the floor and the wall, a white, ghostly claw found purchase in the floor, before pulling itself forward, eyes hollow as it looked towards the only living thing in the room. Almost as suddenly as the spirit, another figure, clearly much more living, entered the room, hands in a gesture that indicated it had control over the spirit."The Master would have word with you, merchant."
![](https://i.imgur.com/RuefaNa.png) Rixos jumps a little bit when he sees the spirit and quickly draws a rune with each of his hands, defensive spells. When the second figure enters the room Rixos relaxes a little bit, but without lletting the defensive spells slip."Who is that 'master'? And why does he or she want to talk to me?"
Cautious Merchant ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521555244/3.gif) ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521555837/W.gif) Creature - Human Citizen ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521555837/rare.gif) Whenever an opponent sacrifices a permanent put two +1/+1 counters on ~. "Don't trust the devil." 3/3
Ghast Invoker: I like this design. It seems very playable, probably more headed to Constructed than to Limited. Funny thing: I have an Esper Spirits deck in Arena that would definitely play this. 9/10
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Post by Popcornia on Apr 26, 2019 14:20:15 GMT
The spirit that had crawled it's way from underneath the wall straightens up, it's more ghastly form shifting somewhat, becoming more...humanlike? As it's original appearance takes form. The summoner doesn't seem to notice, or if they do, they don't care, walking into the room. "I am the one asking the questions for my master, here," the summoner says, making a slight gesture. The spirit, now far more human, nods, and looks towards Rixos, a look of...forgiveness in it's eyes. Forgiveness of what? "Now. You are a merchant, a seller of exotic wares from both near and far?" {Response Card - Postmortem Invoker} ![](https://i.imgur.com/JcvJUte.png) Edit: Accidentally had a 4 CMC card, which Rudara cannot cast at the current time. Cautious Merchant: Definitely an interesting hate card, especially against sacrifice decks (which is what 'devils' would do), but the connect between the suspicion in the counters falls a bit short for me. 8/10
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Post by mrlozano on Apr 27, 2019 18:04:34 GMT
The spirit that had crawled it's way from underneath the wall straightens up, it's more ghastly form shifting somewhat, becoming more...humanlike? As it's original appearance takes form. The summoner doesn't seem to notice, or if they do, they don't care, walking into the room. "I am the one asking the questions for my master, here," the summoner says, making a slight gesture. The spirit, now far more human, nods, and looks towards Rixos, a look of...forgiveness in it's eyes. Forgiveness of what? "Now. You are a merchant, a seller of exotic wares from both near and far?" {Response Card - Postmortem Invoker} ![](https://i.imgur.com/JcvJUte.png) Edit: Accidentally had a 4 CMC card, which Rudara cannot cast at the current time. "I am a merchant indeed, Rixos of House Ker, to serve you. But I like to know who am I trading with." Rixos looks at the spirit and to it's invoker, with the defensive spells at hand. "What do you want from me?"Leyline of Oblivion ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521554622/2.gif) ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521555837/B.gif) ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521555837/B.gif) Enchantment ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521555837/rare.gif) If ~ is in your opening hand, you may begin the game with it on the battlefield. Whenever an opponent discards a card, that player loses 5 life. Postmortem Invoker: This is a good card, but it has a big problem: this effect is definitely not common. It should be at least uncommon. Anyways, is a good response. 7/10
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Post by Popcornia on Apr 27, 2019 21:00:17 GMT
"I am a merchant indeed, Rixos of House Ker, to serve you. But I like to know who am I trading with." Rixos looks at the spirit and to it's invoker, with the defensive spells at hand. "What do you want from me?"Leyline of Oblivion ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521554622/2.gif) ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521555837/B.gif) ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521555837/B.gif) Enchantment ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521555837/rare.gif) If ~ is in your opening hand, you may begin the game with it on the battlefield. Whenever an opponent discards a card, that player loses 5 life. Postmortem Invoker: This is a good card, but it has a big problem: this effect is definitely not common. It should be at least uncommon. Anyways, is a good response. 7/10 The invoker was about to speak, his head jutting out before a noise came from the entrance. Another person had joined them. Leaning against the door frame, she looked over the invoker before turning her attention to the shopkeeper. "Our master prefers to be...discrete, at the moment. If you were allowed to see her, you'd understand." The vampire winked, before gesturing to the door. "May I come in? If you want to make arrangements, I'll need to be inside." {Response Card - Vampiric Mesmerist } ![](https://i.imgur.com/4YYGMN1.png) Leyline of Oblivion: An abysmally unfun card, especially in a deck built on making opponents discard. Four cards gone and you basically win, especially if you drop this turn one. Cards like Megrim deal far less damage. 2/10
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Post by mrlozano on Apr 28, 2019 10:50:19 GMT
The invoker was about to speak, his head jutting out before a noise came from the entrance. Another person had joined them. Leaning against the door frame, she looked over the invoker before turning her attention to the shopkeeper. "Our master prefers to be...discrete, at the moment. If you were allowed to see her, you'd understand." The vampire winked, before gesturing to the door. "May I come in? If you want to make arrangements, I'll need to be inside." {Response Card - Vampiric Mesmerist } ![](https://i.imgur.com/4YYGMN1.png) "A demon hunter once told me to never let a vampire into your house, because they can't enter otherwise. Or was it a devil? Anywas, it seems like your master is sending an army to me. Come on and tell me what you want. I hope you don't scare future clients." Rixos makes a gesture, welcoming the vampire in, but his defensive spells remain in place.Magus of the Agonies ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521554622/2.gif) ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521555837/B.gif) Creature - Human Wizard ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521555837/rare.gif) Whenever you pay life, put that many blood counters on ~. ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521554622/1.gif) , ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521555837/B.gif) : Remove three blood counters from ~: Destroy target creature. 3/2 I pay the 3 life, but hold the activation of the Magus. Vampiric Mesmerist: This one seems playable. No complaints. 9/10
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Post by Popcornia on Apr 28, 2019 16:06:41 GMT
The vampire shrugs, before allowing themselves in, the invoker stepping to the side, and their spirit retreating away from the merchant in turn. It seemed the vampire had the authority here. "I'll be to the point. Our master is interested in objects of a...religious significance. Idols, relics, anything that would raise several brows if shown to someone of that faith." "You can understand our need for discrepancy of course." {Response Card - Rhimesweep} ![](https://i.imgur.com/x9M4NWa.png) Magus of the Agonies:Technically should be four blood counters, but I can see you were trying to respond perfectly to my card. 8/10
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Post by mrlozano on Apr 28, 2019 19:10:26 GMT
The vampire shrugs, before allowing themselves in, the invoker stepping to the side, and their spirit retreating away from the merchant in turn. It seemed the vampire had the authority here. "I'll be to the point. Our master is interested in objects of a...religious significance. Idols, relics, anything that would raise several brows if shown to someone of that faith." "You can understand our need for discrepancy of course." {Response Card - Rhimesweep} ![](https://i.imgur.com/x9M4NWa.png) "Business. That's what I wanted." Rixos lets the defensive runes fade and starts searching the pockets of his coat. "I have some religious items, yes..." Rixos takes out an innistrady symbol of the Avacinian church, a heron from the new Church of Sigarda, a very rustic wood totem with the shape of a boar, a twisted old relic with an inscription that reads 'Father of Machines' , a medallion carved with golden sigils and reptilian scales... "Do you like any of these? They are from very different religions."Rixos, Bountiful Merchant ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521555837/W.gif) ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521555837/B.gif) Legendary Creature - Human Citizen ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521555837/rare.gif) Whenever ~ becomes tapped, each player draws a card and you gain 2 life. 2/2 Rhimesweep: You never want to pay 1U to hard tap a creature at sorcery speed without getting any upside. All the cards that (to date) do that have an upside. Yours have too, but its too restrictive. I suppose this is ok as a filler card for a set but nothing more. 5/10
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Post by Popcornia on Apr 28, 2019 20:43:20 GMT
"Business. That's what I wanted." Rixos lets the defensive runes fade and starts searching the pockets of his coat. "I have some religious items, yes..." Rixos takes out an innistrady symbol of the Avacinian church, a heron from the new Church of Sigarda, a very rustic wood totem with the shape of a boar, a twisted old relic with an inscription that reads 'Father of Machines' , a medallion carved with golden sigils and reptilian scales... "Do you like any of these? They are from very different religions."Rixos, Bountiful Merchant ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521555837/W.gif) ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521555837/B.gif) Legendary Creature - Human Citizen ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521555837/rare.gif) Whenever ~ becomes tapped, each player draws a card and you gain 2 life. 2/2 Rhimesweep: You never want to pay 1U to hard tap a creature at sorcery speed without getting any upside. All the cards that (to date) do that have an upside. Yours have too, but its too restrictive. I suppose this is ok as a filler card for a set but nothing more. 5/10 mrlozano"Interesting, they're very lovely. But our master is more interested in something..." "Local," the invoker said, looking over towards the vampire. She looked back at him, giving a annoyed look, before returning her gaze to the merchant. "Well that's one way of putting it. We're here to collect something the...that most people here might recognize. Preferably something they would recognize as valuable." {Response Card - Preemptive Suggestion} ![](https://i.imgur.com/xhEeTRP.png) Rixos, Bountiful Merchant: Generally these types of effects care about untapping, and mutual lifegain is not an Orzhov effect. 6/10
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Post by gurfafflekins on Apr 29, 2019 20:52:35 GMT
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Post by mrlozano on Apr 30, 2019 18:49:05 GMT
"Interesting, they're very lovely. But our master is more interested in something..." "Local," the invoker said, looking over towards the vampire. She looked back at him, giving a annoyed look, before returning her gaze to the merchant. "Well that's one way of putting it. We're here to collect something the...that most people here might recognize. Preferably something they would recognize as valuable." {Response Card - Preemptive Suggestion} ![](https://i.imgur.com/xhEeTRP.png) "Local... I'm sorry, but that's not my area of expertise. I'm more into things from 'the outside'. If you want local religious symbols you should visit a local church. Or... You can give me some time, a place to locate your master or an intermediary and I will get you everything you want. That's into my area of expertise. Sounds like a deal?"Veil of Lies ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521555837/W.gif) ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521555837/B.gif) Enchantment ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521555837/rare.gif) Whenever an opponent draw a card, except the first card they draw in each of their draw steps, they lose 1 life. First doesn't mean best.Preemptive Suggestion: I suppose you reveal all the cards? Or any number of them you want? Outside of that I think it should cost more, because it can draw an insane amount of cards, but there is always the risk of it doing nothing. 5/10? It really depends on how it's intended to work.
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Post by Popcornia on Apr 30, 2019 21:51:25 GMT
mrlozano The vampire squinted at the merchant, her ears tickling from how much he was trying to persuade her he didn't have what they needed...yet. She was quiet for long enough that the invoker was about to speak up before she held up a finger, a smirk forming, one fang showing. "Deal." Pulling a slip of paper from her side pocket, she held it out for the merchant to take. "Find us there, when you have the goods. Or want to try and explain why we shouldn't find someone else instead." The vampire winked, which could have been any mix of a threat or a good luck gesture. {Response Card - Pierce the Veil} ![](https://i.imgur.com/3PCgQbG.png) Veil of Lies:A definite hate card versus blue, I can see the lies as part of the flavor, but I think a different name would be better for it's effect. 7/10
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Post by mrlozano on Apr 30, 2019 22:15:32 GMT
The detective's assistant walked up to Rixos. "Hi, Rixos." she said, rather meekly. "I wanted to apologize for Rolt's behavior earlier - he's... not exactly in the right state of mind." she said. It seemed rather sincere as an apology, but it seemed straight-forward, to the point - there was no allure, no trust like when he last spoke to her.Ominous Apology ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521554622/1.gif) ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521555837/B.gif) ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521555837/B.gif) Instant ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521555837/rare.gif) Each player draws a card, then loses 2 life. Create a 1/1 black Vampire creature token for each card drawn this way. "I'm so sorry for what's about to happen..." As Vivien comes near Rixos he sets a very discret rune to detect any magic that tries to operate on him. "Oh, that's nice." Rixos stands up and approaches her. "I know I also misbehaved, so my apologies again." The rune remains silent. "Do you need any more help? I wan't to assure you that you can count with my cooperation." Rixos extends a hand, to shake Vivien's. But something feels wrong...Rixos' Suspicion ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521555837/B.gif) ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521555837/B.gif) Instant ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521555837/uncommon.gif) As an additonal cost to cast ~ you may pay any amount of life. Up to X target creatures each get -1/-1 until end of turn, where X is the amount of life you lost this turn. "You won't catch me off guard."I pay no life, but kill the two vampires (We are only two players, right?). Ominous Apology: I have a soft spot for multiplayer matters cards and this one seems nice. Maybe for a Group Hug deck with black? Btw, definitely playable in NekusarEDH. 9/10
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Post by mrlozano on Apr 30, 2019 22:29:37 GMT
The vampire squinted at the merchant, her ears tickling from how much he was trying to persuade her he didn't have what they needed...yet. She was quiet for long enough that the invoker was about to speak up before she held up a finger, a smirk forming, one fang showing. "Deal." Pulling a slip of paper from her side pocket, she held it out for the merchant to take. "Find us there, when you have the goods. Or want to try and explain why we shouldn't find someone else instead." The vampire winked, which could have been any mix of a threat or a good luck gesture. {Response Card - Pierce the Veil} ![](https://i.imgur.com/3PCgQbG.png) "Why not find someone else? Well, I'm Rixos of House Ker. In my home, my name comes with a reputation of honor and efficiency. And that reputation can be confirmed by everyone that knows me or has made a deal with me. Maybe I should be the one who asks why should I bother to work for your master." Rixos looks at the vampire before laughing. "I was joking with that last part, I never question a customer. But really, I'm probably your best option right now." Rixos makes a reverence.Rixos, Grand Merchant ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521554622/1.gif) ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521555837/B.gif) ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521555837/B.gif) Legendary Planeswalker - Rixos ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521555837/uncommon.gif) Whenever an opponent casts a spell that targets you or a permanent you control, counter that spell unless that player pays 3 life. ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521674086/L-2.gif) : Each player draws a card and loses 1 life. Pierce the Veil: This is an effect you never want to play at sorcery speed but outside of that the card seems fine. 8/10
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Post by Popcornia on May 1, 2019 2:18:16 GMT
mrlozano"We'll keep that in mind." She tilts her head towards the door, her acquaintance nodding and beginning to leave. "Oh, and if anyone asks, we weren't here." The vampire smirks, before following the invoker and his spirit, leaving the merchant in his shop at the dead of the night. It seemed Rixos has acquired a potential new customer... Rixos, Grand Merchant: This is an extremely oppressive effect, especially at Uncommon. Painful Quandary is rare. Reminds me of an evil Jace otherwise. 4/10
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Post by gurfafflekins on May 1, 2019 23:02:34 GMT
mrlozano Heheh... something sure does feel wrong. The Vivien extends her hand and accepts the handshake -- yet something feels wrong, like a tether has been made. "Well, actually, I would appreciate your help. We think you're involved in the trafficking, but against your will. I know we asked you this before, but are you sure you've never visited a plane called Nore, or talked to a man named Haloster? About your height, gray eyes, malevolent gaze." she asked. She seemed out of it, and even though she was the one asking the questions, antsy to leave. Master of Deceit ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521554622/2.gif) ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521555837/U.gif) Creature - Spirit FlyingWhenever you would draw one or more cards, you may pay instead. If you do, put that many cards plus one from the top of your library into your hand, then put a card from your hand on the top of your library."Sleight of hand becomes much easier while not real." 3/3Rixos' Suspicion: You know what, I love the card and enjoy how it responds to my card, even if things like Bile Blight say this could be fine at a better mana cost. I even like the flavor. 10/10.
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Post by mrlozano on May 2, 2019 16:54:12 GMT
Heheh... something sure does feel wrong. The Vivien extends her hand and accepts the handshake -- yet something feels wrong, like a tether has been made. "Well, actually, I would appreciate your help. We think you're involved in the trafficking, but against your will. I know we asked you this before, but are you sure you've never visited a plane called Nore, or talked to a man named Haloster? About your height, gray eyes, malevolent gaze." she asked. She seemed out of it, and even though she was the one asking the questions, antsy to leave. Master of Deceit ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521554622/2.gif) ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521555837/U.gif) Creature - Spirit FlyingWhenever you would draw one or more cards, you may pay instead. If you do, put that many cards plus one from the top of your library into your hand, then put a card from your hand on the top of your library."Sleight of hand becomes much easier while not real." 3/3 "I assure that I had never heard that name in my life before Rold told me." Rixos looks at the Vivien in the eyes."Is everything alright? I can't help but feel that something is wrong." Rixos smiles, trying to make the Vivien feel confident. "What more can I do for you?"Persistent Scrutiny ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521554622/2.gif) ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521555837/W.gif) ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521555837/W.gif) Enchantment ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521555837/rare.gif) If a player would draw more than one card, each player draws a card instead. "Keep the hands where I can see them. No tricks."Master of Deceit: Pseudo Brainstorm for every draw? Sing me up! I think almost any blue deck wants that, but it doesn't feel absurdely game-breaking. 10/10
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Post by gurfafflekins on May 5, 2019 4:38:10 GMT
mrlozano "Yes, I'm fine... in fact, I think I have what I need. Thank you, cutie." she says, winking before turning around and leaving. Heh. Fool. Even his little security system is no match for me... if not annoying.Persistent Scrutiny: Technically this doesn't affect me, as I don't draw, I put - I'll subtract just 2 from the total because it's an easy mistake to make though. Alms Collector (even though EDH) says the cost is probably fine, and could maybe even be ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521554622/1.gif) less because no flash. Though it is an enchantment vs a creature so maybe not. 8/10 - 2 = 6/10. On second thought, I'm not sure you really can put, and plus it does break intuition because it is a Brainstorm idea. I'll just subtract 1. 7/10.
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Post by Popcornia on May 5, 2019 17:12:31 GMT
mrlozanoSeveral days had passed since the trader Rixos had been visited by two emissaries of an unnamed master. They had technically invaded his home, and had spoke well into the night to come to an agreement, the end result being obvious. He had needed time, and he had gotten it. A slip of paper had found it's way to his desk, indicating two things. One. His time was up. Two. Where to take himself and his goods. The destination fit many of the usual descriptors of place where illicit business was dealt. Underground, dark, but notably dryer than one would expect from being beneath a city. Whoever Rixos was dealing with, they clearly had options. He would not be alone for long, however. Footsteps soon echoed through the halls, not slowing as they grew closer. Four cloaked and covered figures, one taller and towards the rear of the group, rounded a corner, striding boldly into the meeting place, before stopping some distance from Rixos. The figure in the front of the group spoke. "The goods. Show them." It was unfamiliar to him, likely he was dealing with intermediaries different from his guests the other night. {Gift? Card - Illicit Intermediaries} ![](https://i.imgur.com/qDbrCK3.png)
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Post by mrlozano on May 7, 2019 17:13:14 GMT
Several days had passed since the trader Rixos had been visited by two emissaries of an unnamed master. They had technically invaded his home, and had spoke well into the night to come to an agreement, the end result being obvious. He had needed time, and he had gotten it. A slip of paper had found it's way to his desk, indicating two things. One. His time was up. Two. Where to take himself and his goods. The destination fit many of the usual descriptors of place where illicit business was dealt. Underground, dark, but notably dryer than one would expect from being beneath a city. Whoever Rixos was dealing with, they clearly had options. He would not be alone for long, however. Footsteps soon echoed through the halls, not slowing as they grew closer. Four cloaked and covered figures, one taller and towards the rear of the group, rounded a corner, striding boldly into the meeting place, before stopping some distance from Rixos. The figure in the front of the group spoke. "The goods. Show them." It was unfamiliar to him, likely he was dealing with intermediaries different from his guests the other night. {Gift? Card - Illicit Intermediaries} ![](https://i.imgur.com/qDbrCK3.png) Rixos enters the alleys feeling unconfortable. He has experience with dark deals, but that's not his most common work, most of his stuff tends to be legal. Anyways, he has prepared himself for the occasion. He looks normal as always, but there are hidden runes inscribed inside his clothes, in case things go wrong. An well, other "security measures". "You are not the 'master', aren't you? I was hoping they would meet me in person." Rixos takes out of the coat some items. "You know, this was a tough job. People here have no common belief, no big saint, salvatror or prophecy, at least to my knowledge. And I've talked to more than some locals." Rixos looks a the group, clearly feeling uncomfortable, but not scared at all. "Also, the common presence of 'extraordinary individuals' makes it complicated for them to believe in something greater or beyond their reach." Rixos displays more clearly the items he first took out. "Anyways, some city lowborns worship this church. It has no name, only a code of love and equalty. Not something I personally believe on." Rixos shows the most prominent figure an X shaped wood meadllion. "This is their symbol. Other groups have other inclinatons, but before getting in further details let's talk about money. What do you have for me?" Rixos, Hesitant ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521554622/1.gif) ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521555837/W.gif) ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521555837/B.gif) Legendary Planeswalker - Rixos ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521555837/rare.gif) At the beginning of your end step, each player gains control of all permanents they own. ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521674086/L1.gif) : Target creature can't attack or block until your next turn and it's activated abilities can't be activated. ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1521674086/L-1.gif) : You draw a card and you lose 1 life. ![](http://res.cloudinary.com/daijdjan/image/upload/v1523045977/SL3.png) Calling aid from Detection Tower to make Illicit Intermediaries lose hexproof. Then, using Rixos' +1 to stop it. First, show me the money. Illicit Intermediaries: Probably Hexproof makes this unfun to play against, but that's not something I care about while evaluating a design, so this card is pretty neat. 9/10, because I'm not sure if not being able to recover what was stolen from you is positive or negative. Would be a 10, but there's nothinf black about the card outside of the flavor.
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Post by Popcornia on May 7, 2019 17:56:02 GMT
mrlozano The intermediaries looked to each other, then to the figure in the back, who only gave the slightest of nods. Returning their gaze to their seller, one of the intermediaries uncovered a chest, of a moderate size, and walked forward with it, eyes dead set on Rixos. He stopped between the two groups, placing it on the ground, and slowly opened it, before backing away and returning to his side of the room. Even from here, it was obvious that the chest had been filled with a sizable amount of coinage. On further inspection, Rixos would find most of it was local, while some amount of off-world currency had found its way into the mix. Whoever the master was, they had deep pockets, as it would seem. {Response Card - Tense Exchange} ![](https://i.imgur.com/4Qu4nPd.png) "Will that satisfy you, merchant?" Rixos, Hesitant: While regaining control of permanents you own is precedented in white, it doesn't fit the flavor of black. The other abilities are fine. 8/10
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