Keith Katsikas
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Post by Keith Katsikas on Jun 13, 2006 10:16:02 GMT -5
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Sacred Ground
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Opponents cannot use Actions by their Character or their Creatures during your Turn.
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Delight Prescott
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Post by RobPro on Jul 31, 2006 14:18:06 GMT -5
When I saw this card, I thought "broken." I've known other games with cards that have similar effects, and these are usually the most sought after. But now I'm seeing the lists of those who won tournaments and none ran it. Why doesn't this card make the cut?
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Post by spiller on Jul 31, 2006 14:29:27 GMT -5
I agree this is an under-rated card and probably should get more looks then it does. Here are a few reasons that it doesn't see much play. 1. It is an ultra-rare. Not everyone has one. Since it is an ultra-rare, it doesn't end up in play that often. 2. The current meta-game is quite fast. Since in tournament play the game is often decided in the first few turns, people would rather be playing a creature, a damage spell, or some form of removal. 3. It doesn't fit into the top decks. Since it does require a decent amount of magic to cast, you can't just throw it into any deck. You have to commit to a moderate amount of caster if you want to play this card. 4. It is underrated/overlooked. It is a very powerful card that is reasonably costed. It just hasn't been in the top decks so people don't think of it when playtesting a new deck. I am sure other people have more ideas/reasons it hasn't seen much play. The trend lately has been for more agro style decks that wouldn't gain much with the addition of this card. Maybe you can find a deck that really makes it shine  |
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Post by Deleted on Jul 31, 2006 17:11:17 GMT -5
When I saw this card, I thought "broken." I've known other games with cards that have similar effects, and these are usually the most sought after. But now I'm seeing the lists of those who won tournaments and none ran it. Why doesn't this card make the cut?
The most popular decks lately are Lady Phe'Ronde aggro or aggro/control decks, and they just can't foot the bill for this card. You would have to be a contol or control/aggro deck and probably have a magic savvy character to find and use this card efficiently.
I would love to play this card and have always thought that I would if I had one. I think you will see it more in the future... |
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Post by tirus on Jul 31, 2006 23:33:58 GMT -5
It is a great card. But I think most people either don't have a deck that can run it, or just don't have it period.
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Post by Thrall King on Nov 17, 2006 23:48:36 GMT -5
I just wanted to double check, your opponent won't be able to defend since it uses an action, right?
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Post by Keith Katsikas on Nov 18, 2006 0:08:47 GMT -5
That's what the card states, my friend. Abuse it to your hearts content. =)
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Post by Thrall King on Nov 18, 2006 1:28:34 GMT -5
Well, I just pulled one today, and I can't wait to get a library.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 6, 2007 13:10:59 GMT -5
Just to be sure, is this effect to be read quite literally, meaning that it only disables abilities requiring Actions, correct?
Twisted Sorcerer, is an activated ability not requiring an Action. Is he "under the radar" so to speak?
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Keith Katsikas
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Post by Keith Katsikas on Jan 7, 2007 0:12:02 GMT -5
That is correct.
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