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Post by cajun on Jun 16, 2019 17:41:44 GMT
This "Arena" was full of far more curious and suspicious eyes than the typical plane. But someone had escaped the notice of them regardless, so perhaps it was time to take a page from her book. has unlocked Herald of a New Archetype, choosing CovertCovert Scheme(Rather than set this scheme in motion, you may leave it face down. You may look at it and may turn it face up to set it in motion at any time.)(Props to Popcornia for coming up with this and allowing me to use it.)
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Post by gurfafflekins on Jun 16, 2019 19:11:24 GMT
cajun Hell Hath No Fury: Seems like a badass name for a meeker scheme. 6 is a good number for that tho. 9/10. Bell's face remains unchanged and hardened. "I. Don't. Care. Do anything like this again and I'll gut you like the fish you are." he says. Callie gives a hefty tug on his cloak, before hopping up to his shoulder. The sword and then the man vanish in a burst of lightning, back towards the storm clouds, leaving the woman alone.
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Post by Neottolemo on Jun 16, 2019 19:19:10 GMT
Lei Koen stares at the house through the fog, thinking. There is something peculiar about this building. After a long reflection, she creates a replica of the house, directly facing it, but at a good distance from it, so that its shadow will never touch the original. The replica is about six times taller than the original, and made in luminescent aquamarine-hued crystal. Satisfied, she pauses for a moment to admire her creation.
"Hello again, Lei Koen," she continues. "What marvel are you working on today?"Flattery Will Get You EverywhereOngoing SchemeWhenever a permanent you control becomes the target of a spell or ability you don't control, you may copy that spell or ability. If you do, choose new targets for the copy and abandon this scheme at the beginning of the next end step.
fun fact, that's as long as a name can get on a normal frame without squishing the font Derive - the land mode of this is weird but in color. does feel more like a sorcery than an instant. 9/10Flattery Will Get You Everywhere: Fantastic name. It's probably not very high impact but being an ongoing one makes that probably ok, yes? 9/10
"Ah, dear Aevia. How fortunate to see you again. Observe the structure of that building. There is nothing extremely unusual about it, outwardly. Yet it filled me with an unfamiliar feeling. I thought that in creating a replica of it closer to my style, I could get closer to capturing that feeling, and understanding it. Yet it seems to escape me still. How are you feeling, dear Aevia?"
Unusual Epiphany   Instant  Put the four cards of your library into your graveyard, then return an instant or sorcery card from your graveyard to your hand.
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Post by cajun on Jun 17, 2019 3:36:12 GMT
"Ah, dear Aevia. How fortunate to see you again. Observe the structure of that building. There is nothing extremely unusual about it, outwardly. Yet it filled me with an unfamiliar feeling. I thought that in creating a replica of it closer to my style, I could get closer to capturing that feeling, and understanding it. Yet it seems to escape me still. How are you feeling, dear Aevia?"
"I do not notice any unusual feelings with either building. I would ask what you are planning to do with this one, though," she gestures to Lei Koen's structure.
Wheels within WheelsSchemeWhen you set this scheme in motion, each player discards their hand. You draw cards equal to the greatest number of cards discarded by a player this way, and your opponents draw cards equal to the fewest number of cards discarded this way.
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Post by Neottolemo on Jun 17, 2019 8:22:02 GMT
"Ah, dear Aevia. How fortunate to see you again. Observe the structure of that building. There is nothing extremely unusual about it, outwardly. Yet it filled me with an unfamiliar feeling. I thought that in creating a replica of it closer to my style, I could get closer to capturing that feeling, and understanding it. Yet it seems to escape me still. How are you feeling, dear Aevia?"
"I do not notice any unusual feelings with either building. I would ask what you are planning to do with this one, though," she gestures to Lei Koen's structure.
Wheels within WheelsSchemeWhen you set this scheme in motion, each player discards their hand. You draw cards equal to the greatest number of cards discarded by a player this way, and your opponents draw cards equal to the fewest number of cards discarded this way.
go ahead, return your instant :^) Unusual Epiphany seems fine. 8/10Wheels within Wheels: Oops. This seems fair. 9/10
also "admiring the strength of the hat's spell" h m m m
"I plan to leave it there, dear Aevia. I hypothesise that the feeling might be a somewhat diminished quantity of serenity. Yet my creation could be of use, yes?
If its presence is unwelcome to the people that will come gather here, I'll come take it away."
Instant 
Target player gains control of target permanent you control. Look at that player's hand, then scry 2.
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Post by mrlozano on Jun 18, 2019 22:23:47 GMT
The cats wander through the Arena... "Brother..." "Yes?" "The air feels colder..." "Yes, it's strange." The cats spot a woman not far away. "Maybe she knows what's going on."Chill
Instant  Tap target creature. It doesn't untap during it's controller's next untap step. // Burn  Sorcery ~ deals 3 damage to target creature. If a creature dealt damage this way would die this turn, exile it instead. (Split card)
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Post by cajun on Jun 19, 2019 1:28:03 GMT
"I plan to leave it there, dear Aevia. I hypothesise that the feeling might be a somewhat diminished quantity of serenity. Yet my creation could be of use, yes?
If its presence is unwelcome to the people that will come gather here, I'll come take it away."
"In fact, I think I will be visiting it myself shortly, to get a fuller appreciation of it. What do you think? Will I be able to enter it when I get there, or will it be solid?"The cats wander through the Arena... "Brother..." "Yes?" "The air feels colder..." "Yes, it's strange." The cats spot a woman not far away. "Maybe she knows what's going on." and the card for you both Curiosity Killed The CatCovert Scheme(Rather than set this scheme in motion, you may leave it face down. You may look at it and may turn it face up to set it in motion at any time.)When you set this scheme in motion, until your next turn, whenever you or a permanent you control becomes the target of a spell or ability, you may change that spell or abilities targets.
Nebulous Offering - an odd donate. instant speed probably opens up some fun shenanigans. 9/10
Chill//Burn - different spin on Fire//Ice. Think burn can be an instant. also Turn//Burn. 9/10
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Post by Parasign on Jun 19, 2019 20:55:42 GMT
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Gear NO.7
1/1 Squirrel
Posts: 51
Formerly Known As: gearno7
Favorite Card: Narset Transcendent
Favorite Set: Dragons of Tarkir
Color Alignment: White, Blue, Red
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Post by Gear NO.7 on Jun 19, 2019 23:09:27 GMT
SchemeWhen you set this scheme in motion, create six 1/1 red Devil creature tokens with "When this creature dies, it deals 1 damage to any target."
OK, finally got time to design the gift (and also a transition prepare for my next color): Hell Hath No Fury - Oh I love this! I run Tibalt in RDW because of the stuff it makes in fact in additional to the static ability. a bit too OP for a scheme though, maybe 4 is the max. 7/10 (wanted an 8 but it's kinda broken)
When Januti entered the room, he saw a nice gift box on the table. He opened it, and inside were 6 cute little devils that dspite it's name, are more like pets. "Thank you, whoever sent this! I miss the days working with someone alongside me!"
Note: Some may wonder why has the house not burn down yet, and the reason is that Januti reinforced the house with Aether the day he got the keys.
Wand of the Meek  Artifact - Equipment Equipped creature gets +1/+1 for each creature that shares the same type with the equipped creature. Equip |
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Post by cajun on Jun 20, 2019 4:18:19 GMT
"Wait, here? Why not go to that other house instead? It's a lot nicer and much less creepy."
I look down. The Pattern drifts through the pages of my world, reshaping the very building blocks of my reality to speak with me. I think I see place of power, greatest of conduits... the number 26?Someday, I might understand the divine's will. But for now, I must settle for having faith that it knows what it's doing.I step forward and knock on the door.Please don't hurt me, okay?
The house is in poor condition. A thin layer of ice seems to line the edges of the door. Your knocks are only met with silence. The place seems to be abandoned. I'm sure no one would mind if you let yourself in...Keep Your Enemies CloseOngoing Scheme When you set this scheme in motion and at the beginning of your upkeep, gain control of target permanent you don't control unless its controller pays  , where X is that permanent's converted mana cost. If they do, abandon this scheme.
A Taste of Power - huh. would have had no idea where to put this effect, but the 8 mana red chaos mythic seems the perfect slot for it. 9/10 |
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Post by cajun on Jun 20, 2019 4:25:49 GMT
When Januti entered the room, he saw a nice gift box on the table. He opened it, and inside were 6 cute little devils that dspite it's name, are more like pets. "Thank you, whoever sent this! I miss the days working with someone alongside me!"
really don't have anything flavorwise to do here (and didn't last time, the devils were a mechanical answer cause that's all I had) Wand of the Meek - should be uncommon imo 7/10 |
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Post by Parasign on Jun 20, 2019 8:17:01 GMT
cajun Keep Your Enemies Close: I initially thought this was abandoned once it gains control of a permanent, but it looks like it's actually abandoned when your opponent pays it off? I like the first interpretation much better, since it always takes control of exactly one thing. As written, it could be either completely useless or brutally oppressive depending on the circumstances. 8/10.I look again at the pages. The Pattern is gone. Guess I'll have to figure this one out on my own.I stow the World Book, carefully push the door open, and walk inside. "Hello? Anyone home? No? Just checking."Curious Disrepair   Enchantment Artifacts and nonbasic lands your opponents control enter the battlefield tapped. Whenever a creature you control deals combat damage to a player, draw a card unless that player pays .
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Post by mrlozano on Jun 20, 2019 13:04:04 GMT
The woman gives a slight smirk as the cats approach. They may notice the air get colder still as they get closer. For now, she says nothing, waiting for the cats to make their move.Curiosity Killed The CatCovert Scheme(Rather than set this scheme in motion, you may leave it face down. You may look at it and may turn it face up to set it in motion at any time.)When you set this scheme in motion, until your next turn, whenever you or a permanent you control becomes the target of a spell or ability, you may change that spell or abilities targets.  Legendary Creature - Cat Assasin  First strike, deathtouch Whenever an opponent activates an ability gain control of it unless it's a mana ability. 3/3 Curiosity Killed The Cat: I like Covert Schemes and this seems like an useful one. 9/10 |
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Post by cajun on Jun 21, 2019 4:37:28 GMT
(Doer, a cold cat) We approach the woman. "Hello, meowstress. Meow and meow brother, we were wondering, do you know why is so cold here? Seems unnatural, for this time of the year."
"So I try not to make a habit of doing that."I look again at the pages. The Pattern is gone. Guess I'll have to figure this one out on my own.I stow the World Book, carefully push the door open, and walk inside. "Hello? Anyone home? No? Just checking."
A horseshoe hangs on one of the horns.and the card for both of you The Answers You SeekCovert Scheme(Rather than set this scheme in motion, you may leave it face down. You may look at it and may turn it face up to set it in motion at any time.)When you set this scheme in motion, until your next turn, whenever a creature deals combat damage to you, draw two cards.
Draw cards when Doer hits (since I don't really have any activated abilities to steal), draw more cards vs Disrepair Doer, the Cat Who Killed Curiosity - hm, possibly too effective at donking walkers. 7/10
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Post by Parasign on Jun 21, 2019 6:06:46 GMT
cajun The Answers You Seek: I like covert schemes and this seems like a good one, though I'm a bit worried about how variable the effect is. 9/10."Well, this isn't creepy at all." I cautiously move over to the slumped-over guy. "Hello? You're, uh, dead, aren't you? So you don't need that horseshoe anymore? Because I think I might be supposed to take it."
I tentatively reach out toward the skull. "And if I'm wrong about that, I'd appreciate it if you could tell me. And not, you know, haunt me or anything after the fact. Because I'm seriously giving you all the warning I possibly can."Advance Warning  Enchantment When ~ enters the battlefield, choose a number. When you attack with the chosen number of creatures, if ~ didn't enter the battlefield this turn, sacrifice it and put a +1/+1 counter on each attacking creature.
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Post by cajun on Jun 21, 2019 8:16:34 GMT
"Well, this isn't creepy at all." I cautiously move over to the slumped-over guy. "Hello? You're, uh, dead, aren't you? So you don't need that horseshoe anymore? Because I think I might be supposed to take it."
I tentatively reach out toward the skull. "And if I'm wrong about that, I'd appreciate it if you could tell me. And not, you know, haunt me or anything after the fact. Because I'm seriously giving you all the warning I possibly can."
Two golden orbs light up in the skull's eye sockets, and a skeletal hand snaps around your wrist. Its voice is an unpleasant rumble. "You've picked the wrong house, thief."
A Grim Wind BlowsOngoing SchemeWhen you set this scheme in motion, for each opponent, put a -1/-1 counter on a creature that player controls. Abandon this scheme: Return any number of permanents with counters on them to their owner's hand.
Advance Warning - 8/10 |
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Post by Neottolemo on Jun 21, 2019 8:40:34 GMT
"I plan to leave it there, dear Aevia. I hypothesise that the feeling might be a somewhat diminished quantity of serenity. Yet my creation could be of use, yes?
If its presence is unwelcome to the people that will come gather here, I'll come take it away."
"In fact, I think I will be visiting it myself shortly, to get a fuller appreciation of it. What do you think? Will I be able to enter it when I get there, or will it be solid?"The cats wander through the Arena... "Brother..." "Yes?" "The air feels colder..." "Yes, it's strange." The cats spot a woman not far away. "Maybe she knows what's going on." and the card for you both Curiosity Killed The CatCovert Scheme(Rather than set this scheme in motion, you may leave it face down. You may look at it and may turn it face up to set it in motion at any time.)When you set this scheme in motion, until your next turn, whenever you or a permanent you control becomes the target of a spell or ability, you may change that spell or abilities targets.
Nebulous Offering - an odd donate. instant speed probably opens up some fun shenanigans. 9/10
Chill//Burn - different spin on Fire//Ice. Think burn can be an instant. also Turn//Burn. 9/10
(also poking Gear NO.7 , Hell Hath No Fury was a response to your card, treating it as a gift )
"It is solid, but it will open for those with thoughts inside their heads, yes?" As a demonstration, the huge door slowly begins to open. It doesn't creak so much as create a solemn rumbling sound.
Come In Instant This spell costs less to cast if you cast it during your main phase. Gain control of target creature until end of turn if it shares each of its colours with a creature you control.
I'm going to be honest idk if Lei Koen is powerful enough to replicate the interior without having looked into it, especially because it might be an illusion or something. Just imagine it's got a barred vault otherwise.
Curiosity Killed The Cat: Might be low impact at times but this being covert makes it work, sure. Also great name. 8.5/10
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Post by mrlozano on Jun 21, 2019 11:39:47 GMT
"Well my little friends, that would be what the gods refer to as 'a little joke,'" she leans down closer to the cats, and the air grows colder still. "Follows me around, everywhere I go." She holds up a hand, holding a single, gloved finger towards the cats. "Anyone touches me, and they'll find themselves frozen solid."
"So I try not to make a habit of doing that."The Answers You SeekCovert Scheme(Rather than set this scheme in motion, you may leave it face down. You may look at it and may turn it face up to set it in motion at any time.)When you set this scheme in motion, until your next turn, whenever a creature deals combat damage to you, draw two cards. Creature - Cat Warrior Haste Whenever ~ deals combat damage to a player you draw two cards and that player discards a card and gains control of ~. 3/3 The Answers You Seek is undeniably powerful but I like it a lot. 8/10 |
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Post by cajun on Jun 21, 2019 17:20:26 GMT
(Doer) "Do you have problems with gods?" I lick my lips (okay, my figurative lips) and withraw my weapon, not menacingly. "If you need help to kill a god, I can offer you meow services. I've always wanted to hunt one." "That didn't end well last time, brother." "Shut up, Michi, I'll have meow revenge for that..." I turn to the cold lady again. "Also, can you teach meow how to froze people? That seems very good for hunting."
"There are some particular thorns in my side on this plane. The winged leader of the army, and the so-called goddess of the nearby city. You do not need to kill them, just... cause them some trouble. Strike fear in their hearts. If you will do this, I will teach you my trick, yes."A Suitable HeirSchemeWhen you set this scheme in motion, until end of turn, target creature you control gets +3/+3 and gains deathtouch and "Whenever this creature deals combat damage to a player, that player skips their next untap step."
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Post by cajun on Jun 21, 2019 17:44:22 GMT
"It is solid, but it will open for those with thoughts inside their heads, yes?" As a demonstration, the huge door slowly begins to open. It doesn't creak so much as create a solemn rumbling sound.
"I am seeking to assist the plane of Elbryn, a small plane beset by flooding. Its inhabitants could use more permanents structures, that can withstand the destruction and offer safe harbor. Would you be willing to do that for those unfortunate souls?"The Pieces Fall Into PlaceSchemeWhen you set this scheme in motion, for each opponent, return target nonland permanent that player controls to its owner's hand. Draw cards equal to the greatest converted mana cost among those cards.
nab it back and draw some cards for my trouble Come In - hm. Should probably not cost 2 on the sorc speed mode. Also unclear how this effects colorless creatures. 6/10 |
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Post by mrlozano on Jun 21, 2019 19:00:31 GMT
"Regrettably, someone has already dispatched of those gods without me. Though perhaps..."
"There are some particular thorns in my side on this plane. The winged leader of the army, and the so-called goddess of the nearby city. You do not need to kill them, just... cause them some trouble. Strike fear in their hearts. If you will do this, I will teach you my trick, yes."A Suitable HeirSchemeWhen you set this scheme in motion, until end of turn, target creature you control gets +3/+3 and gains deathtouch and "Whenever this creature deals combat damage to a player, that player skips their next untap step." Creature - Cat Warrior Trample Whenever a creature attacks you or a planeswalker you control, untap ~. 4/4 A Suitable Heir: All schemes seem unfair to me, but then I remember that they are supposed to be played in 1v3. I like this one, shutting off a player for a turn is great. 8/10 |
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Post by cajun on Jun 21, 2019 19:30:29 GMT
I smile widely. I've never heard about that goddess, but messing with birdwoman was already in my plans. "Consider it done, meow lady." I make a slight bow. Meanwhile, Michi hands a drawing to the woman. She is represented in a very regal pose, with ice all around her. "For you, meowstress." When you set this scheme in motion, you may pay . When you do, create four tokens that are a copy of target creature with converted mana cost X or less.
Feline Warden - seems fine. 8/10 |
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Post by Parasign on Jun 21, 2019 20:48:13 GMT
cajunA Grim Wind Blows: Interesting. 9/10.I hate ghosts. They never listen."Ah, alright then, um, plan B." My free hand reaches for the World Book, flips to the seventh page I'd bookmarked. Hopefully it still describes the Chalice of Immortality."Y-you will let go of me right now, or I'll make you wish you never died."Vessel of Restoration Enchantment , Sacrifice ~: Choose one— • Destroy target creature that entered the battlefield from a graveyard this turn. • Return to the battlefield target creature card in your graveyard that was put there from the battlefield this turn.
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Post by cajun on Jun 22, 2019 2:08:06 GMT
I hate ghosts. They never listen."Ah, alright then, um, plan B." My free hand reaches for the World Book, flips to the seventh page I'd bookmarked. Hopefully it still describes the Chalice of Immortality."Y-you will let go of me right now, or I'll make you wish you never died."
The horse's jaw opens unnaturally wide.Undue, Deal With ThatSchemeWhen you set this scheme in motion, for each opponent, create a token that's a copy of a creature card in their graveyard, except it's a 3/3 Zombie Horse.
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Post by Parasign on Jun 22, 2019 4:09:01 GMT
cajun Undue, Deal With That: I don’t quite get the name, and the effect seems like it could lead to memory issues, especially since it doesn’t exile the cards it copies. It is pretty cool and unique, though. 9/10.I turn my head away. The stench is absolutely atrocious. "That, uh, wasn’t an apology. But look, I’m sorry I tried to take your horseshoe. In my defense, I wasn’t given any indication there was a you to take it from. I even asked! Multiple times! Really, you should be the one apologizing here. Also, sheesh, maybe take a shower once in a while."
All the while, my hand stays on the bookmarked page, ready to conjure the Chalice’s essence if the undead horse attacks.Fablorian Standoff Enchantment Whenever a creature attacks you or a planeswalker you control, sacrifice ~. If you do, create three 1/1 white Soldier creature tokens.
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Post by cajun on Jun 22, 2019 5:48:42 GMT
I turn my head away. The stench is absolutely atrocious. "That, uh, wasn’t an apology. But look, I’m sorry I tried to take your horseshoe. In my defense, I wasn’t given any indication there was a you to take it from. I even asked! Multiple times! Really, you should be the one apologizing here. Also, sheesh, maybe take a shower once in a while."
All the while, my hand stays on the bookmarked page, ready to conjure the Chalice’s essence if the undead horse attacks.
The skull shifts slightly to look into Parsul's eyes. "What are you still doing here? Scram." Was this guy wanting his head eaten.
The first horse doesn't move. A second spell begins rising from the reunited horseshoes.Flee the Trampling HordesSchemeWhen you set this scheme in motion, until your next turn, whenever a creature enters the battlefield, return target creature you don't control to its owner's hand.
Fablorian Standoff - hm, wonder if this could stand a smidge more push, but given we've got Servo Exhibition these days maybe not. 9/10 |
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Post by mrlozano on Jun 22, 2019 17:43:00 GMT
"Why thank you, little friend," she says as she accepts the drawing. "And now for the other..." From somewhere among her dress she produces a simple loop of string, then with a wave of her hands, a snowflake emblem grows on the band. The amulet floats itself onto Doer, and his claws briefly flash with blue light. "You shall take my blessing with you. A swipe of your claws can now begin to freeze your enemies, ensuring they won't escape once your hunt begins. Do well, and we shall see if we can't teach you further tricks," she finishes with a wink.I Wish I Had An Army Of YouSchemeWhen you set this scheme in motion, you may pay . When you do, create four tokens that are a copy of target creature with converted mana cost X or less. seems like it can lead to some pretty feel-bad moments where it will just do nothing, but I'm not sure of how to improve it, so 7/10 |
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Post by gurfafflekins on Jun 22, 2019 22:50:35 GMT
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Post by Parasign on Jun 22, 2019 23:33:13 GMT
cajun Flee the Trampling Hordes: Should probably be optional, so you're not forced to let your opponents recur ETB effects and such. Cool concept otherwise. 9/10."Alright, then. I'm leaving." I raise my freed hand and back away. "There's clearly no..." What was the name? "...'Saia' living here anyway... is there?"Seeking the End Enchantment When ~ enters the battlefield, draw a card, then choose a nonland card name. , Reveal your hand, Sacrifice ~: If all cards in your hand have the chosen name, you may cast one of those cards without paying its mana cost.
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Post by cajun on Jun 23, 2019 1:01:57 GMT
It's another lonely night around this mysterious house. Specifically, it's the night after Xander and Bell have spoken. A crash of thunder rumbles in the distance, before rapidly approaching the building.
As the crashes and thunderclaps get louder and louder, in a random instant, three full on lightning bolts crash at the door, full impact.
It seems no one is coming to investigate, yet.Show Me What You Can DoCovert Scheme
(Rather than set this scheme in motion, you may leave it face down. You may look at it and may turn it face up to set it in motion at any time.)
When you set this scheme in motion, until your next turn, whenever a source deals damage to you or a permanent you control, draw a card.
Lightning Crash - think we're undercosted by one-two here ( Shower of Coals and Pinnacle of Rage, and sort of Furious Reprisal) 7/10 |
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