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Narset, Enlightened Exile
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R U W
- Jeskai
Created by  Mister4010
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6.0 - 6.5
Bracket 3
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ANALYSIS

Overview:

This Jeskai (U/R/W) deck helmed by Narset, Enlightened Exile employs a spellslinger strategy that synergizes prowess triggers, token generation, and graveyard recursion. The deck focuses on casting numerous noncreature spells to pump creatures, create an army of tokens (Monks, Spirits, Drakes), and leverage Narset's ability to cast exiled instants/sorceries from graveyards. Secondary commanders like Kykar, Wind's Fury and Elsha of the Infinite provide additional value engines. The deck aims to win through overwhelming combat damage amplified by prowess triggers, extra combat steps, and explosive spell chains, with some combo potential via Mizzix's Mastery and Storm-Kiln Artist synergies.

Primer:

Core Strategy Execution:

  1. Early Setup (Turns 1-3):
    Deploy mana rocks (Sol Ring, Talisman of Creativity), low-cost prowess enablers (Monastery Mentor, Jeskai Elder), and cantrips (Preordain, Brainstorm). Use Faithless Looting/Frantic Search to fill the graveyard for Narset's ability.
  1. Midgame Value (Turns 4-6):
    Cast Narset and attack to exile key spells from graveyards (prioritizing extra combat steps like Relentless Assault or pump spells like Akroma's Will). Deploy token generators (Talrand, Sky Summoner, Kykar, Wind's Fury) and cost reducers (Stormcatch Mentor).

  2. Win Conditions (Turns 5-8):

    • Combat Overkill: Use Flying Crane Technique or City on Fire with prowess tokens. Anointed Procession doubles Monk/Soldier production.
    • Spellstorm Combos: Chain spells with Storm-Kiln Artist (Treasure generation) into Mizzix's Mastery overloaded for massive recursion.
    • Extra Turns: Recur Seize the Day or Relentless Assault via Narset to enable multiple combat phases.

Mulligan Priorities:

  • Keep hands with 2-3 lands (including color-fixing like Command Tower).
  • Prioritize early ramp (mana rocks/dorks) and 1-2 cantrips.
  • Look for key enablers: Monastery Mentor, Jeskai Ascendancy, or Storm-Kiln Artist.
  • Avoid hands lacking early plays or with only high-CMC spells.

Key Tips:

  • Time Narset attacks to maximize graveyard targets – prioritize exiling sorceries with high impact (extra combats, Mizzix's Mastery).
  • Use Teferi's Ageless Insight and Archmage Emeritus to refuel during spell chains.
  • Kykar, Wind's Fury spirits can be sacrificed for red mana to fuel explosive turns.
  • Protect key pieces with Boros Charm or Flawless Maneuver before going all-in.

Weaknesses:

Critical

  • Graveyard hate (Rest in Peace, Leyline of the Void) neuters Narset's recursion and limits spell recycling.
  • Board wipes cripple the token/prowess board state; recovery relies heavily on Mizzix's Mastery or Elsha of the Infinite.

Moderate

  • Anti-token tech (Cursed Totem, Elesh Norn, Grand Cenobite) nullifies prowess triggers and token swarms.
  • Tax effects (Thalia, Guardian of Thraben, Sphere of Resistance) slow the spell-heavy strategy.

Minor

  • Limited stack interaction beyond Swords to Plowshares and Generous Gift.
  • Struggles against hexproof/shroud threats due to minimal forced sacrifice effects.

Most Important Cards:

  • Narset, Enlightened Exile (Strategy enabler: graveyard recursion + prowess)
  • Mizzix's Mastery (Game-ending recursion for instants/sorceries)
  • Anointed Procession (Doubles token output for combat wins)
  • Storm-Kiln Artist (Mana generation for spell chains)
  • Kykar, Wind's Fury (Token generation + mana acceleration)
  • Teferi's Ageless Insight (Card draw multiplier)
  • Flying Crane Technique (Combat finisher with evasion)
  • Jeskai Ascendancy (Prowess amplification + card filtering)
  • City on Fire (Damage tripler for explosive turns)
  • Elsha of the Infinite (Topdeck casting + flash synergy)

Attribute Ratings:

Speed: 7/10
Capable of explosive T5-7 wins via extra combats or Mizzix's Mastery recursion, but lacks T3-4 "oops I win" combos.

Resilience: 5/10
Moderate protection (indestructible effects, hexproof via Plaza of Heroes) but folds to repeated wipes/grave hate.

Consistency: 7/10
Strong card draw and cantrips ensure steady access to key pieces, though tutors are limited.

Interaction: 5/10
Efficient spot removal (Swords, Chaos Warp) but minimal counterspells and no stax.

Rating Justification:

This deck operates at a Focused level with T6-8 win potential through combat or spell recursion, supported by strong card advantage engines. While faster than casual builds, it lacks the speed/protection of cEDH combos and remains vulnerable to common disruption.

Power level: 6.0 - 6.5

DECK LIST
Narset, Enlightened Exile
Planeswalker: 3
($44.15)
1
Elspeth, Storm Slayer
3 W W
1
Narset of the Ancient Way
1 U R W
1
Ral, Crackling Wit
2 U R
Creature: 24
($35.54)
1
Aisha of Sparks and Smoke
1 R R
1
Archmage Emeritus
2 U U
1
Balmor, Battlemage Captain
U R
1
Bria, Riptide Rogue
2 U R
1
Caldera Pyremaw
3 R R
1
Curious Homunculus // Voracious Reader
1 U
1
Elsha of the Infinite
2 U R W
1
Elsha, Threefold Master
U R W
1
Eris, Roar of the Storm
8 U R
1
Guttersnipe
2 R
1
Jeskai Elder
1 U
1
Kitsa, Otterball Elite
1 U
1
Kykar, Wind's Fury
1 U R W
1
Manaform Hellkite
2 R R
1
Monastery Mentor
2 W
1
Narset, Enlightened Master
3 U R W
1
Narset, Jeskai Waymaster
U R W
1
Shiko, Paragon of the Way
2 U R W
1
Storm-Kiln Artist
3 R
1
Stormcatch Mentor
U R
1
Talrand, Sky Summoner
2 U U
1
Third Path Iconoclast
U R
1
Veyran, Voice of Duality
1 U R
1
Zethi, Arcane Blademaster
1 W U
Artifact: 6
($15.71)
1
Adaptive Training Post
2 U
1
Arcane Signet
2
1
Cori-Steel Cutter
1 R
1
Sol Ring
1
1
Talisman of Conviction
2
1
Talisman of Creativity
2
Enchantment: 5
($72.23)
1
Aligned Heart
2 W
1
Anointed Procession
3 W
1
City on Fire
5 R R R
1
Jeskai Ascendancy
U R W
1
Teferi's Ageless Insight
2 U U
Instant: 15
($34.38)
1
Akroma's Will
3 W
1
Boros Charm
R W
1
Brainstorm
U
1
Chaos Warp
2 R
1
Expedite
R
1
Flawless Maneuver
2 W
1
Flying Crane Technique
3 U R W
1
Frantic Search
2 U
1
Generous Gift
2 W
1
Leap
U
1
Prismari Command
1 U R
1
Rapid Hybridization
U
1
Shadow Rift
U
1
Swords to Plowshares
W
1
Wear // Tear
1 R
Sorcery: 11
($21.15)
1
Crash Through
R
1
Ensnared by the Mara
2 R R
1
Faithless Looting
R
1
Irenicus's Vile Duplication
3 U
1
Mizzix's Mastery
3 R
1
Preordain
U
1
Relentless Assault
2 R R
1
Seize the Day
3 R
1
Serum Visions
U
1
Slip Through Space
U
1
Warlord's Fury
R
Land: 35
($787.34)
1
Adarkar Wastes
1
Arid Mesa
1
Battlefield Forge
1
Cascade Bluffs
1
Clifftop Retreat
1
Command Tower
1
Exotic Orchard
1
Glacial Fortress
1
Hallowed Fountain
2
Island
1
Mana Confluence
1
Minas Tirith
1
Mistrise Village
2
Mountain
1
Mystic Gate
1
Mystic Sanctuary
1
Otawara, Soaring City
2
Plains
1
Plateau
1
Plaza of Heroes
1
Reflecting Pool
1
Rugged Prairie
1
Sacred Foundry
1
Scalding Tarn
1
Sea of Clouds
1
Shivan Reef
1
Sokenzan, Crucible of Defiance
1
Steam Vents
1
Sulfur Falls
1
Training Center
1
Tundra
1
Volcanic Island

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