While manyMagic: the Gathering Arenaplayers are still focused on theAdventures in the Forgotten Realmsfree codesand events currently in the game, some are looking forward to September’s big rotation. As Standard 2022 inches closer, some might be looking to both build and playtest some rotation-proof decks for fall.
What is Standard 2022 in Magic: Arena?
Every September,Magic: the Gathering Arenasees a big rotation of what cards and sets are legal to play in Standard, just like paperMagic. While there is some overlap on what is legal now and what will be in the autumn, many of the current sets, fromThronetoM21will no longer be allowed in Standard play. So whetherplayingMagic: the Gathering Arenaon mobileor not, players will have to find new standard deck lists in just a couple of months.
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The internet has been flooded with some ideas for what are called “Rotation Proof” decks, which means players will be able to continue to play them after the rotation in September. This means that deck builders have to focus onZendikarand forward, ignoring manypowerfulThrone of EldraineLegendaries,M21, Ikoria,andTheros.
Ideas for Standard 2022 Decks: Mono-White Prison by Day9tv
While someMagic: the Gathering Arenaplayers don’t want to play the long game, a prison deck can be a great way to combat and creature-heavy Standard meta. With the two-card combo that features the land Faceless Haven and The Book of Exalted Deeds, opponents can be locked out of any game-winning strategy without land destruction. Players might also want to add an Emeria’s Call or Reidane, God of the Worthy to help slow opponents down and protect the Havens while they are still creatures.
Ideas for Standard 2022 Decks: Five-Color Dragons by Lanyr
Who doesn’t like dragons? There are tons of great dragons in all ofMagic: the Gathering(likeSpirit Dragon Uginfor example), but there are ever more in rotation-safe in Standard 2022. Old Knawbone helps to make Treasure tokens while Esika, God of the Tree, helps players to get the mana they need in the combinations they require for all these different colors of dragons.
Not to mention the dragon tutor, Tiamat. Treasure Vault might also be a fun addition to this deck if players are having trouble getting the lands they need, but it shouldn’t be too much of an issue with the flip lands in this list.
Ideas for Standard 2022 Decks: Dimir Control by Winatan
For those who would prefer something a little lessMagic: Arenaaggro red-style decksand a little more control, Dimir is the color combo for them for Standard 2022. While some might think mono-blue for control, the addition of black gives players access to creature removal like Soul Shatter and Professor Onyx.
Ideas for Standard 2022 Decks: Simic Midrange by Crokeyz
Anyone looking to play mostly instants, sorceries, and use those to add counters to creatures, this midrange deck will satisfy. This deck calls on theMagic: the GatheringandDungeons and Dragonscrossover cards Demilich and Wild Shape to make things even more interesting.
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