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🎲 Mono-Red Prison Legacy League - Gameplay and Banter

TJ Houston

27 Dec 2024 — 1 min read

Join TJ and Crew as we dive into some high-octane Legacy action featuring Mono-Red Prison deck! From the explosive plays of Fury and Blood Moon to the hilarious banter that keeps things light, this stream has it all. Watch us test the Rabble Master build, debate key lines, and see how it stacks up against some of the toughest matchups in the Legacy meta.

Decklist: https://www.moxfield.com/decks/i9JGmFCffUGYCveCqUTTCA

💬 Highlights Include:

🔥Matchups against Lands, Delver, Nadu, Nadu Elves, and Dimir Tempo
🔥Fun Build with Trinisphere and Chalice of the Void
🔥Deckbuilding discussions and sideboarding strategies
🔥Plenty of laughs, banter, and maybe a song or two 🎵

👀 Stick around to see if Mono-Red Prison can reclaim its spot as a top contender, or if it's time to revisit the drawing board. Plus, hints at future content, including Storm and Stoneblade leagues!

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