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Deinonychus

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Avid cuber, home cook, cocktail maker, and reader. Thoughts are entirely my own. Designer of the Bodleian Cube: https://cubecobra.com/cube/overview/61454789685c83106293be3c

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Deinonychus @deinonychus9.bsky.social · 3d

I totally agree it was designed for paper, I just think the design is a tracking nightmare in paper :D

Deinonychus @deinonychus9.bsky.social · 3d

Mentor is iconic, but I think it highlights some of the worst tracking cases of prowess. It just isn't a good paper design to me.

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Deinonychus @deinonychus9.bsky.social · 3d

Prowess has to be Swiftspear imo.

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Deinonychus @deinonychus9.bsky.social · 3d

Kari Zev is a banger answer for first strike.

Deinonychus @deinonychus9.bsky.social · 3d

I think it has to be Tinybones the Pickpocket or Grave Titan. It should be a card that uses the deathtouch to make attacking correct more often.

Deinonychus @deinonychus9.bsky.social · 6d

I really enjoyed this video from Brian. I think he does a great job breaking down some issues with how UB has been implemented from the perspective of someone who is broadly okay with it.

Brian Kibler @bmkibler.bsky.social · 8d

Shared my thoughts on the current state of Magic and Universes Beyond, and the problems the current direction presents - even if you're not a hater

youtu.be/CW7pXZfiw0o

Deinonychus @deinonychus9.bsky.social · 7d

You were the one who ultimately convinced me to try it and it has been awesome.

Deinonychus @deinonychus9.bsky.social · 7d

If I ever call this card the same thing twice I have failed.

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Deinonychus @deinonychus9.bsky.social · 24d

I think the detailed discussion on play patterns translated it really well.

Deinonychus @deinonychus9.bsky.social · 24d

As someone who follows very little constructed i found it really interesting. The format just clicked for me.

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Deinonychus @deinonychus9.bsky.social · 24d

This was a super cool episode. Loved it. Would be really interested in more in this style.

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Deinonychus @deinonychus9.bsky.social · 29d

Phelia rocks and Gwen is a big hater.

Deinonychus @deinonychus9.bsky.social · Sep 10

I also love Epiphany, though I'm with you that I don't normally p1p1 it.

In Bodleian Cubr everyone starts the draft with a Cogwork Librarian, so you do have one!

Inti is definitely a solid direction here.

Deinonychus @deinonychus9.bsky.social · Sep 10

Tarot bot loves cubers.

Deinonychus @deinonychus9.bsky.social · Sep 10

I've got my hotel and badge booked. Can't wait for 3 days of Cube!

Shoebox @shoebox.gg · Sep 9

Let's keep the Shoebox hype train rolling~ Here's a quick message from one of our founders, Greg! (@dinrovahorror.mtgcu.be)
So, what are YOU most excited to see at Shoebox? 👀 #MTGCube

Deinonychus @deinonychus9.bsky.social · Sep 9

I really like the shinobi opener. I think the card is a huge beating and pretty underrated.

Deinonychus @deinonychus9.bsky.social · Sep 9

I think Kroxa is very p1p1able in this cube. The fixing is there, and it's a uniquely robust threat. That said, I also want to cog for inti if I'm taking it I think.

Deinonychus @deinonychus9.bsky.social · Sep 9

So true, the cards is so fun.

Deinonychus @deinonychus9.bsky.social · Sep 9

I think White overlord is a premium choice for white here, but also a 4 drop so I get why folks are more hesitatnt to move in on it early.

Deinonychus @deinonychus9.bsky.social · Sep 9

That's fair I also really like Inti and am happy to see him taken highly.

Deinonychus @deinonychus9.bsky.social · Sep 9

If the fun and the win align thats a win to me.

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Deinonychus @deinonychus9.bsky.social · Sep 9

Perfect vibes. Love both of these lines and am torn between them myself.

Deinonychus @deinonychus9.bsky.social · Sep 9

I intitally read this as cogging for both and thought that rocked. FWIW I think preordain is a totally defendable p1p1 here.

Deinonychus @deinonychus9.bsky.social · Sep 9

A tuesday #P1P1 from my Bodleian Cube!

What do you take for fun?
Do you take something different to win?
Do you use your free Cogwork to take a second card?

This pack has a few directions I could see being popular. I look forward to seeing what you all think.

Cube: cubecobra.com/cube/overvie...

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Shoebox @shoebox.gg · Sep 3

Just ahead of some big announcements this week, we have a quick message from one of our founders @niphette.bsky.social, on the ideas behind Shoebox!
We hope to see you all there in March! ✨ #mtgCube

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