andy 3 years{"ops":[{"attributes":{"background":"transparent"},"insert":"Hello, brewers!"},{"insert":"\n\n"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent"},"insert":"One of the greatest strengths of the Commander format is the brilliant diversity of decks that players have built and played in it. Inherently, the format lends itself to obscure themes, wacky strategies, and spicy combos that would prove unplayable nearly everywhere else. That said, even with its popularity, there are nearly limitless ideas out in the Blind Eternities waiting to be discovered. As a love letter to our favorite format, the Archidekt team is pleased to announce our first(ish) deckbuilding contest! "},{"insert":"\n\n"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","bold":true},"insert":"What’s the contest all about?"},{"insert":"\n"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent"},"insert":"Working within the parameters of the prompt provided below, construct a decklist with your own creative spin. In addition to totally real internet clout and becoming the envy of all their friends, three chosen finalists will be awarded a gift card to their choice of either Card Kingdom or TCGplayer. The prompt for this particular contest is as follows:"},{"insert":"\n\n"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","italic":true},"insert":"Brew an EDH/Commander legal decklist with a “hidden” commander. In other words, your strategy should revolve around a card in the 99 (not necessarily a legendary creature) that you aim to consistently play each game but is not your chosen commander. Make sure it's clear what your hidden commander is!"},{"insert":"\n\n"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","bold":true},"insert":"Here’s how to participate:"},{"insert":"\n"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent"},"insert":"Brew a legal EDH/Commander deck on Archidekt that satisfies the prompt (spoiled cards from Strixhaven "},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","bold":true},"insert":"are"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent"},"insert":" allowed)."},{"attributes":{"list":"bullet"},"insert":"\n"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent"},"insert":"Reply to "},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","link":"https://twitter.com/archidekt/status/1378120188915281920?s=20"},"insert":"the announcement tweet"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent"},"insert":" from the "},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","link":"https://twitter.com/archidekt"},"insert":"@archidekt"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent"},"insert":" account on Twitter with a link to your deck before 9:00pm ET (UTC -4, currently) on Friday, April 9, 2021. "},{"attributes":{"list":"bullet"},"insert":"\n"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent"},"insert":"From the eligible submissions, we'll select three finalists with lists that we believe best embody the spirit of the prompt. Additional characteristics by which your deck may be judged include playability and uniqueness (i.e. “spice”); budget has no direct bearing on your chances to win. Deck descriptions are not required but may provide valuable context!"},{"insert":"\n\n"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent"},"insert":"On Saturday, April 10, 2021, we'll tweet out a poll for the community to vote on its favorite of the three selected finalists' lists. Each finalist will be awarded a gift card to their choice of either Card Kingdom or TCGplayer. The value of the gift card is in US dollars and depends on the finalist's placement in the community poll at the end of its one week duration:"},{"insert":"\n"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent"},"insert":"1st Place Prize - $30"},{"attributes":{"list":"bullet"},"insert":"\n"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent"},"insert":"2nd Place Prize - $25"},{"attributes":{"list":"bullet"},"insert":"\n"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent"},"insert":"3rd Place Prize - $20"},{"attributes":{"list":"bullet"},"insert":"\n"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent"},"insert":"Finalists will be contacted via Twitter regarding their winnings following the conclusion of the poll on Saturday, April 17, 2021. "},{"insert":"\n\n"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","bold":true},"insert":"Some important side notes:"},{"insert":"\n"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent"},"insert":"We recognize that not all of our users are on Twitter. At the moment, however, it is the social media platform on which we will be able to generate the greatest participation. We may consider other methods of submission in the future, but for now, only replies to the announcement tweet will be accepted."},{"insert":"\n\n"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent"},"insert":"Unfortunately, due to wild variance in contest laws, eligibility is limited to residents of the United States and Canada (excluding Quebec). For additional information regarding eligibility, check our "},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","link":"https://archidekt.com/contestRules"},"insert":"official contest rules"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent"},"insert":". "},{"insert":"\n\n\n"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","bold":true},"insert":"Thank you!"},{"insert":"\n"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent"},"insert":"If you have any other questions, feel free to ask here or reach out on Twitter. We look forward to seeing the spicy lists you cook up!"},{"insert":"\n\n"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent"},"insert":"The Archidekt Team"},{"insert":"\n\n\n"}]}
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Jeremy 3 years{"ops":[{"insert":"It does not! Any card will do so long as it's the focal point of your strategy and there are ways of consistently playing it most games. \n"}]}
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Be702 3 years{"ops":[{"insert":"It's time to out my deckbrewing abilities to it's fullest! Good luck everyone, hope this is a fun competition for us all!\n"}]}
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ID10T 3 years{"ops":[{"insert":"Who's replying to the comments on the tweet? I can't seem to read mine.\n\n\n\nOr I guess I can just ask my question here, too. Can we use silver-bordered cards? (My second question, after looking at other submissions, seems to have been answered).\n"}]}
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Be702 3 years{"ops":[{"insert":"I believe we cannot, as it's said that it must be a legal EDH deck. Silver-bordered cards are currently illegal, so that wouldn't work. (though I believe I know which card you wanted to use, and I think I may do something similar)\n"}]}
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Syngraphaeor 3 years{"ops":[{"insert":"Hey guys! I don't have twitter, is there an email I can send my deck link to instead?\n"}]}
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Hello_There1 3 years{"ops":[{"insert":"Hey can I post my deck here? if so here it is "},{"attributes":{"link":"https://www.archidekt.com/decks/1313976#Deck_building_brew_off!!"},"insert":"https://www.archidekt.com/decks/1313976#Deck_building_brew_off!!"},{"insert":"\n"}]}
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Ilikepancakes 3 years{"ops":[{"insert":"Idk I am pretty sure you have to use a social platform to post the link. Idk tho.\n"}]}
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AECLibk 3 years{"ops":[{"insert":"I'm guessing companions don't really satisfy this contest do they? If they do I'd love to submit my companion list, as most tables don't realize my companion is real commander. \n"}]}
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Hello_There1 3 years{"ops":[{"insert":"I understand. I made one myself. Anyone I ask says \"NOPE\"\n"}]}
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planesrunner 3 years{"ops":[{"insert":"Sad. I wanted to participate but I'm not eligible. I feel the same as when someone counters my Sol Ring spell.\n"}]}
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samalexandermagic 3 years{"ops":[{"insert":"OH, what? So, if I'm Russian, I can't participate? Well that's a bummer. Deckbrewing is my favourite thing in all of Magic!\n"}]}
Edited 4/7/2021, 2:23:17 PM
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hanleybrand 3 years{"ops":[{"insert":"It sucks, but you aren't ineligible "},{"attributes":{"italic":true},"insert":"because"},{"insert":" you are Russian -- you are ineligible if you don't "},{"attributes":{"italic":true},"insert":"reside"},{"insert":" in the United States or not-Quebec-Canada. It's a whole thing of laws about what a contest is, mostly about what the prizes are in a legal sense.\n\nMore general info: https://www.jonesday.com/en/insights/2007/11/pitfalls-of-sweepstakes-and-contests\n"}]}
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Grim_Reaper0602 3 years{"ops":[{"insert":"That awkward moment when you realize a month after the fact that you had a deck brewed that could have qualified for this easily\n"}]}
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Hebigami 3 years{"ops":[{"insert":"So someone from Europe can't participate?\nI do not care about a mere 30$ prize at all, but I'd love to share my creation.\n"}]}
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