Coinman1863 says... #2
Thanks so much for the suggestion DBCooper, I could have sworn that I put that in but thank you for reminding me.
April 3, 2015 9:40 p.m.
Ender666666 says... #3
Looks fun and chaotic +1
Since you run a fair amount of cards that call for a coin flip, have you considered running Krark's Thumb? If you can afford it, Mana Crypt would also be a nice addition.
April 4, 2015 12:31 p.m.
Coinman1863 says... #4
Ender666666 that is a good point, I may not be able to get a Mana Crypt but Krark's Thumb seems like a good card to put in instead of Sphinx of Jwar Isle because if I'm stealing other people's stuff then why have another beater in the deck when I could increase my deck's reliably in the coin flipping?
Thanks for the suggestion I really like it.
April 4, 2015 1:19 p.m.
If you want a wincon that also has chaos elements, check this out.
Knowledge Pool + Teferi, Mage of Zhalfir
Opponents can't cast spells anymore, gg.
April 5, 2015 12:37 p.m.
Coinman1863 says... #6
Gingish I like that wincon but this is the more huggable(?) version were it doesn't want to restrict anyone so that everyone can have/target everyones stuff with much less hassle than your average deck. Plus where's the fun when you can't Possibility Storm their Counterspell?
April 5, 2015 12:44 p.m.
This deck looks like it would be frustrating to play against - I mean that as a compliment, +1. Tight looking list considering the budget as well. These suggestions may fall outside your chaos plan, but in general these will serve you well in a Melek deck and won't break the bank: Blue Sun's Zenith, Capsize, Comet Storm, Counterflux, Cyclonic Rift, Electrolyze, Increasing Vengeance, Mindswipe, Reverberate, Turn / Burn & Twincast. I also notice a distinct lack of counterspells and 'take another turn' spells, probably by design given your theme.
If you're looking for more chaos ideas, look no further than here (you've likely seen this already but just in case):
List of EDH Chaos Cards Playtest
Commander / EDH*
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Coinman1863 says... #8
Forkbeard thanks for the list I have not seen it before and I will definitely take a look at it. I found all my cards via the random function on a magic app I have. Yeah, I did it the hard way...
April 5, 2015 7:25 p.m.
pokepower116 says... #9
I love the deck! My friend runs a very similar one except he uses Jeleva, Nephalia's Scourge as a commander so he has access to black at the cost of a bit more chaos.
That being said, some cards that might be fun would be cards like Perplexing Chimera, Swerve, Redirect, and Knowledge Pool!
April 12, 2015 7:12 p.m.
Coinman1863 says... #10
pokepower116 thanks for all the suggestions, personally I prefer this deck to be more of a copy deck, compared to a redirect one. Also I do like Knowledge Pool and the Chimera but with the Chimera I don't know if I like that they can control who owns what at least in one. The Pool with probably go in but I need to think of what would be taken out.
April 12, 2015 7:21 p.m.
If you want more chaos, Goblin Game is pretty fun (particularly when copied). Dominate is also a fun card.
Order of Succession would fit the theme quite nicely, though. +1.
April 13, 2015 11:11 p.m.
Haha, I LOVE IT! The only thing I can think of off the top of my head that you're not already running is maybe Whims of the Fates - I've seen that one shake up plenty of games. Definite +1.
April 14, 2015 9:09 a.m.
Coinman1863 says... #13
TXMetal I definitely like that card, it definitely fits in with the chaotic part but I don't think it fits the theme of passing stuff around though. But thanks for the suggestion anyway.
April 20, 2015 5:15 p.m.
Didgeridooda says... #14
I would concentrate on some more ramp. Wayfarer's Bauble, Commander's Sphere, Mycosynth Wellspring, Darksteel Ingot, Fire Diamond, Sky Diamond, Izzet Signet are all good options. The more the better.
Some draw would help alot too. Rhystic Study, Mystic Remora are good engines. Instant speed stuff is not bad either. Jace's Ingenuity type stuff.
Pact of the Titan goes will with Hive Mind.
I have a full chaos deck. I know it is not what you have, but it messes stuff up nicely if you want to check it out. Full Blown Aides
April 27, 2015 9:16 p.m.
Didgeridooda says... #15
Oh, also, I would upgrade the land base.
Good options -- Sulfur Falls, Halimar Depths, Shivan Reef, all the fetches that have red or blue in them, Cascade Bluffs
Budget options -- Swiftwater Cliffs, Terramorphic Expanse, Izzet Boilerworks, Izzet Guildgate, Evolving Wilds, mirage fetches that have red or blue in them.
April 27, 2015 9:18 p.m.
IF you want utterly crazy, I'd recommend Possibility Storm
May 3, 2015 11:46 a.m.
Coinman1863 says... #17
Well, siege728 I already got one in there, and put a second one in if I could. But thanks for the suggestion anyway!
May 3, 2015 7:24 p.m.
badgurfield says... #18
He doesn't really fit the 'chaos' theme as he is more focused on stealing other people's permanents, but Dack Fayden would be an interesting addition to this deck!
May 5, 2015 12:27 a.m.
I would suggest maybe some more blue sources, or ways to get them. Although the deck is predominately red, if you'll need the blue to play the commander, and the ouble costing spells
May 6, 2015 6 a.m.
Coinman1863 says... #20
badgurfield, I think Dack would be interesting, but since everyone's stuff (including my own) gets passed around the table, I would rather not give someone a free Dack Fayden.
tomkear, In all of my testing the deck can run fine without the commander though he helps. Also while testing, I never ran into a problem of not being able to play my blue stuff when I need it.
To both of you, thanks for both of your comments and give the deck a +1 if you like it.
May 6, 2015 5:46 p.m.
canterlotguardian says... #22
This kind of deck seems like it would be more appropriate with Zedruu the Greathearted as the commander. Opens up white as a color identity, plus its ability is more in line with "everyone has everyone else's stuff" as your theme.
August 15, 2015 5:28 p.m.
Coinman1863 says... #23
Well, I chose U/R on purpose because white seemed eh to me and my deck is more focused on giving everyones stuff to everyone else, not just my stuff to them. There is a sub theme of hand cycling in here (i.e. Teferi's Puzzle Box, Wheel of Fortune, Molten Psyche etc.) which I do not think would be as successful in Zedruu then in here because Melek Provides a Doubling effect for most of my cycle spell.
canterlotguardian, yes I have Pondered it many times but decided on Melek.
August 15, 2015 5:43 p.m.
Is this for the American or Duel Commander list? I'm guessing American, but I could be wrong.
DBCooper says... #1
Confusion in the Ranks might fit.
April 3, 2015 9:23 p.m.