Replace the Pacifism
with Celestial Flare
. Not so specific, but since we are living in an enchantment world I expect removal of enchantment to run rampant. Not to mention Pacifism
is vulnerable to mechanics such as protection, bouncing or hexproof.
You should decide between Spear of Heliod
and Path of Bravery
. Either one or the other - the spear is more consistent, but you can stack multiple paths, so it's up to you. Personally I would go with the spear, simply because the probability of stacking multiple paths is small.
Replace with a 2-drop or 3-drop. Possibilities include Imposing Sovereign
, Spirit of the Labyrinth
and Boros Reckoner
. Depends on how aggro you want to go...
I'm also a bit worried about Supreme Verdict
, Drown in Sorrow
and Anger of the Gods
(in case you tap out and/or do not have access to Brave the Elements
for the latter)... I expect they will be run in any control or midrange there out there that has access to any of them...For this reason I would probably recommend running the Reckoner, since he is much more resistant and reactive than the fragile recommended 2 drops.
February 5, 2014 5:12 a.m.
The only worry i have with Spear of Heliod is the Legendary rule, otherwise i wouldn't even consider Path of Bravery ...
Im quite worried about Drown in Sorrow so i have Fortify in the sideboard, and for Supreme Verdict i have Rootborn Defenses . I really should invest in some Reckoners shouldn't i?
February 5, 2014 5:21 a.m.
I cant decide if i want more of a midrange build, or a aggro early. I dont want to copy every other weenie deck, i hope you guys understand :) But i think it's going to have to be. need more 4-5-6 drop maybe or...?
February 5, 2014 5:36 a.m.
Swap the numbers between Brimaz and Reckoner. Brimaz is a legendary... you never want 4-ofs of legendaries - you will end up too often with dead draws in your hand.
Drop a Spear of Heliod
for one more Heliod, himself. He's always a great addition and I feel you need another 4 drop anyway - quite a battle is given for the "3 CMC place".
Fortify
is excellent against Bile Blight
and Drown in Sorrow
but I feel the 4 mana cost is quite high and more often you will run out of mana than be able to cast it. Why not "protect" your creatures by sideboarding Immortal Servitude
? You will need a full 6 mana to bring back Oreskos and the Reckoners, and 5 mana for the 2 drops, but it's probably worth the investment lategame.
Additionally I would replace Imposing Sovereign
sideboard with Blind Obedience
. It's not such an aggressive approach, but you get better synergy with Archangel of Thune
.
Lastly, I still can't shake the feeling that you have insufficient removal. And the only removal I can think of that would work brilliantly against Selesnya or mono green match-ups is Banisher Priest
. Although I know you really want Archetype of Courage
in, I can't really see its usefulness in the sideboard. The priest on the other hand will definitely help.
These are my 2 cents on what other changes I would make here. Other than that I simply love Brimaz, so I can't not like the deck too. +1 :):)
February 7, 2014 12:37 a.m.
Brimaz should definitely be a 4-of, he's so integral to the deck that if you don't draw him you're missing out, he'll also attract removal like a magnet, so drawing 2 isn't bad
February 7, 2014 6:36 a.m.
Hm, i do agree with the Spear and Heliod, so i'll do that :)
Ooh yes, the more synergy with her, the better. I'll swap 'em.
Yeah, i cant see it being boardstate changing over Banisher Priest , i'll swap those too.
thanks you guys! I'll be keeping the 4 brimaz since i own 4 now lucky pulls
February 8, 2014 5:59 p.m.
What to drop for Immortal Servitude .... I do like it...
February 8, 2014 6:02 p.m.
Drop Fortify ... Immortal Servitude serves as indirect protection against removal, and you can combine it with Rootborn Defenses .
February 9, 2014 1:48 a.m.
Good news! I top 8'd on Valentines Day with this deck. Good times. Dropped Celestial Flare for Pit Fight and added green for Fleecemane Lion and Unflinching Courage and Selesnya Charm . Mono white just isnt quite strong YET.
February 16, 2014 8:35 p.m.
+1 just for adding Pit Fight ! lol
I've won against a Selesnya yesterday....and the lack of removal in this kind of deck is fatal....I went all aggressive in the first turns, and then just have too wait until the 4th land to drop Fanatic of Mogis ..its was just too easy! So Pit Fight its just great in here!
February 17, 2014 4:26 a.m.
I do love me some Pit Fight !
Argh, Thats just so hard to deal with, i mean, when its out. Its scary, that Fanatic of Mogis , Im glad you like my suggestion of Pit fight! Thank you~
February 17, 2014 5:03 a.m.
Dropped Archangel of Thune as she was not doing much for me. I only played her in 1 out of every 10 or so games. Added one more Selesnya Charm to replace her.
February 19, 2014 3:49 a.m.
HelixSnapHelix says... #16
Big Garruk could really help you in the long run, what are your thoughts on him?
February 19, 2014 3:56 a.m.
you mean Garruk, Caller of Beasts ? Im not sure i'd ever be able to play him efficiently to be honest.
February 19, 2014 3:58 a.m.
HelixSnapHelix says... #18
I only mention it because I think of a turn 4-6 board wipe can really hurt and he can do a good job at refueling your steam with his +1.
February 19, 2014 4:03 a.m.
I mean, he is a 6 drop with double green, i can get to elspeth with the shrine. I do agree his +1 is useful. A wipe is pretty brutal i must admit.
February 19, 2014 4:08 a.m.
HelixSnapHelix says... #20
Yeah I wouldn't worry about the double green if that is what you're thinking. The shrine can get you the four mana, and 10 sources of green.
February 19, 2014 4:12 a.m.
Hmm...interesting. I could always playtest with it at least. What would you drop for it, and how many?
February 19, 2014 4:14 a.m.
HelixSnapHelix says... #22
Personally, I don't like pit fight. I would run one main and one side, taking out one pit fight for a garruk.
February 19, 2014 4:45 a.m.
Trostani, Selesnya's Voice might be a decent sideboard/playtest in mainboard option. Just a thought, since you're probably able to pump out enough tokens that the lifegain would be significant.
February 19, 2014 7:19 p.m.
Hmmm! I quite like that idea to be honest! And a nice 4 drop! I'll definately playtest her by dropping an Elspeth and Spear of Heliod . I'll post again with my results of playtesting. Thanks for the idea!
February 20, 2014 3:30 a.m.
So with playtesting, Trostani actually didnt do a whole lot in the games i got her out. I think i might however, continue to run just the two Spear of Heliod and no Elspeth, Sun's Champion as much as i really like her.
So i have two slots free. +1 Unflinching Courage and +1 Heliod, God of the Sun ? Or maybe another Gods Willing ?
Kizmetto says... #1
Hm hm its a hard balance... I've sideboarded the Archetype of Courage for now, now that we have upped the Precinct Captain up to 4, and dropped the Ethereal Armor , re added 2 Eidolon of Countless Battles for now. A hard balance.... Tossed in a Heliod, God of the Sun for vigilance and a mana dump source i guess. Dropped 2 Oreskos Sun Guide .
February 5, 2014 5:03 a.m.