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Satya, Aetherflux Genius
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R U W
- Jeskai
Created by  WotC
Bracket
4.5 - 5.0
Bracket 2
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ANALYSIS

Overview:

This Jeskai (U/R/W) energy/token deck helmed by Satya, Aetherflux Genius focuses on generating energy counters to fuel explosive token copies and artifact synergies. Satya serves as both a value engine and win condition by cloning high-impact creatures like Goldspan Dragon or Salvation Colossus, using energy to sustain cloned tokens. The deck combines artifact synergies, proliferate effects, and combat tricks to overwhelm opponents through board presence and energy-fueled payoffs. Secondary strategies include extra turns via Gonti's Aether Heart and token swarm amplification with Brudiclad, Telchor Engineer.

Primer:

Core Strategy Execution:

  1. Early Energy Setup (Turns 1-4): Deploy energy generators like Decoction Module, Aethergeode Miner, or Whirler Virtuoso. Use ramp artifacts (Sol Ring, Coalition Relic) to accelerate Satya’s T3/T4 cast.
  2. Midgame Token Cloning (Turns 4-6): Attack with Satya to copy key creatures (e.g., Goldspan Dragon for Treasure, Salvation Colossus for indestructible buffs). Use energy to retain cloned tokens. Activate proliferate (Tezzeret's Gambit, Cayth, Famed Mechanist) to boost energy reserves.
  3. Late-Game Payoffs (Turns 7+):
    • Deploy Legion Loyalty for myriad tokens or Brudiclad to standardize tokens into heavy hitters.
    • Activate Aetherworks Marvel to cheat out Salvation Colossus or Combustible Gearhulk.
    • Use Gonti's Aether Heart for extra turns to overwhelm opponents.

Mulligan Priorities:

  • Prioritize hands with 3+ lands (including color fixing), an early energy generator, and Satya.
  • Keep hands with Arcane Signet, Decoction Module, or Aether Refinery for acceleration.
  • Avoid hands lacking energy production or ramp.

Key Tips:

  • Clone Professional Face-Breaker early for Treasure-fueled card advantage.
  • Use Localized Destruction with energy to protect your board while wiping opponents.
  • Brudiclad + Stone Idol Generator tokens = instant 6/12 tramplers.

Weaknesses:

Critical

  • Commander Dependency: Satya’s removal cripples token generation, and recasting her becomes costly (7+ mana).
  • Artifact/Energy Disruption: Collector Ouphe or Energy Flux shuts down 60% of the deck’s engines.
  • Board Wipe Vulnerability: Limited recursion outside Jolted Awake makes recovery slow.

Moderate

  • Slow Energy Accumulation: Payoffs like Blaster Hulk require 8+ energy, delaying critical turns.
  • Token Overcommitment Risks: Overextending into Cyclonic Rift or Vanquish the Horde can reset progress.

Minor

  • Limited Stack Interaction: Only Swords to Plowshares and Akroma's Will protect against combo/control.
  • Clunky Mana Base: Multiple tapped lands (e.g., Mystic Monastery) slow early momentum.

Most Important Cards:

  • Satya, Aetherflux Genius (Token cloning engine)
  • Brudiclad, Telchor Engineer (Token standardization)
  • Goldspan Dragon (Treasure generation for mana/energy)
  • Gonti's Aether Heart (Extra turns for lethal setups)
  • Aether Refinery (Energy doubling + token generation)
  • Legion Loyalty (Myriad token multiplication)
  • Decoction Module (Energy generation on creature ETB)
  • Salvation Colossus (Indestructible anthem + unearth)
  • Aetherworks Marvel (Cheat high-cost threats)
  • Professional Face-Breaker (Treasure-based card advantage)

Attribute Ratings:

Speed: 5/10

  • Can threaten wins via token swarms or cloned threats by T7-9, but energy payoffs require setup.

Resilience: 4/10

  • Limited protection outside Akroma's Will; relies on rebuilding after wipes via Jolted Awake or Hourglass of the Lost.

Consistency: 6/10

  • Redundant energy generators and proliferate effects ensure steady progression, but lacks tutors for key pieces.

Interaction: 3/10

  • Minimal removal (Farewell, Swords to Plowshares) and no counterspells leave opponents’ combos largely unchecked.

Rating Justification:

This deck operates in the T7-9 win range with moderate resilience, aligning with Casual/Focused tiers. While energy synergies and token cloning provide explosive potential, reliance on Satya and vulnerability to common disruption cap its power.

Power level: 4.5 - 5.0

DECK LIST
Satya, Aetherflux Genius
Creature: 26
($12.72)
1
Aethergeode Miner
1 W
1
Aethersquall Ancient
5 U U
1
Aetherstorm Roc
2 W W
1
Aethertide Whale
4 U U
1
Amped Raptor
1 R
1
Angel of Invention
3 W W
1
Aurora Shifter
1 U
1
Blaster Hulk
6 R R
1
Brudiclad, Telchor Engineer
4 U R
1
Burnished Hart
3
1
Cayth, Famed Mechanist
1 U R W
1
Combustible Gearhulk
4 R R
1
Goldspan Dragon
3 R R
1
Grenzo, Havoc Raiser
R R
1
Lightning Runner
3 R R
1
Myr Battlesphere
7
1
Overclocked Electromancer
2 R
1
Professional Face-Breaker
2 R
1
Razorfield Ripper
2 W
1
Roil Cartographer
1 U
1
Salvation Colossus
6 W W
1
Silverquill Lecturer
4 W
1
Skyclave Apparition
1 W W
1
Solemn Simulacrum
4
1
Sphinx of the Revelation
3 W U
1
Whirler Virtuoso
1 U R
Artifact: 23
($6.8)
1
Aether Refinery
4 R R
1
Aethersphere Harvester
3
1
Aetherworks Marvel
4
1
Arcane Signet
2
1
Bespoke Battlewagon
3 U
1
Bident of Thassa
2 U U
1
Coalition Relic
3
1
Conversion Apparatus
3
1
Coveted Jewel
6
1
Decoction Module
2
1
Filigree Racer
3 R
1
Gonti's Aether Heart
6
1
Hourglass of the Lost
2 W
1
Izzet Generatorium
U R
1
Midnight Clock
2 U
1
Sol Ring
1
1
Solar Transformer
2
1
Stone Idol Generator
5
1
Talisman of Conviction
2
1
Talisman of Creativity
2
1
Talisman of Progress
2
1
Unstable Amulet
1 R
1
Wayfarer's Bauble
1
Enchantment: 3
($0.47)
1
Era of Innovation
1 U
1
Legion Loyalty
6 W W
1
Scurry of Gremlins
2 R W
Instant: 3
($11.76)
1
Akroma's Will
3 W
1
Glimmer of Genius
3 U
1
Swords to Plowshares
W
Sorcery: 6
($3.82)
1
Austere Command
4 W W
1
Confiscation Coup
3 U U
1
Farewell
4 W W
1
Jolted Awake
W
1
Localized Destruction
3 W W
1
Tezzeret's Gambit
3 U/P
Land: 38
($5.4)
1
Adarkar Wastes
1
Aether Hub
1
Azorius Chancery
1
Battlefield Forge
1
Castle Vantress
1
Command Tower
1
Demolition Field
1
Frostboil Snarl
1
Furycalm Snarl
5
Island
1
Izzet Boilerworks
5
Mountain
1
Mystic Gate
1
Mystic Monastery
10
Plains
1
Port Town
1
Prairie Stream
1
Shivan Reef
1
Temple of Enlightenment
1
Temple of Epiphany
1
Temple of Triumph

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