Refining Sublime Knights
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Posted on April 24, 2013, 12:58 p.m. by maskedtoaste39
Hi guys, I'm looking to refine my Sublime Knights deck.
I think I'm leaning towards removing some of the Exalted triggers by putting a couple of Vault of the Archangel in for a couple of Cathedral of War , and replacing the Aven Squire s with Vampire Nighthawk . Although this will reduce the amount of damage I swing for, the deck hits so hard that it shouldn't be an issue, especially if I end up with more control in it.
Any recommendations for cards to replace Duty-Bound Dead with? Should it be a 1 drop creature, or a few non-creature spells to hold up the opponent in case I get a slow start?
Obviously, any suggestions are appreciated!
Fleetfiend says... #3
If you are making an exalted deck, you probably don't want to be removing any of your exalted cards. Aven Squire is a good one to have around.
However, I don't think you need 4x Cathedral of War . I wouldn't go more than 2, MAYBE 3: if you go more than that, they will be slowing you down when you need colored mana.
April 24, 2013 1:38 p.m.
maskedtoaste39 says... #4
Thanks guys, the deck is already built, and has won me my last 2 FNM's (a small affair in my town, only 15 or so guys), so it's doing a good job, but I really want to just put it beyond reach. It's not unusual to be swinging for 4 or 5 on turn 3 (or double that if i play a Silverblade Paladin ), and turns 4 and 5 usually seal the deal, even without Sublime Archangel showing up and ruining opponents' day. I guess what I'm saying is, the reason I'm looking to take out a couple of triggers is to make the deck a little more rounded and solid defensively, as I feel like I can sacrifice a little damage output and still punch them hard. Are there other control type B or W cards that pop into mind?
Rayenous says... #2
Personally, I like Shadow Alley Denizen with Exalted. Since attacking with one creature is going to be common, it's nice to give evasion. (can't give it to the Knight of Glory , unfortunately... but any others)
Though with only 9 Black creatures, I'm not certain it's the best option.
April 24, 2013 1:04 p.m.