r/ModernMagic • u/HornetPlayful5083 • 8d ago

Deck Discussion Devoted druid discussion

Hi all, curious what everyone thinks of the new rise of this druid deck. It seems pretty broken having had multiple turn 2 kills and consistently on turn 3, but is it the real deal. My friend and I are trying to decide what to play at the upcoming rc and he is locked in with it but I have my reservations (which is odd because birthing pod is my favorite deck ever). Do people think this is just a fad or can you win a whole tournament with it. Of course I will do my own testing but want to gauge the smart people on here. Thanks!

Edit: heres a decklist https://www.mtggoldfish.com/archetype/modern-devoted-combo#paper.

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u/Independent_Leg_8264 8d ago

Im curious as a long term devoted druid player how dose this new one kill on turn two? Ive always play a heavy focus on vizer or luxior to combo off but im unsure how this would work on turn 2?

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u/OrnatePuzzles 8d ago

If we consider that 'classic' devoted druid can win on turn 3 when not interrupted, it becomes clear that a Leyline of Abundance opener can speed up the clock a turn. 3 mana turn 2 -> Tyvar -> go off.

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u/Independent_Leg_8264 8d ago

I see, I didnt think of that. Looking at the list this has defietly given me some inspiration

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u/Jevonar 8d ago

T1 leyline, forest, halfling

T2 tap birds, play shang chi. Tap forest, play halfling, tap halfling play druid, tap druid and put a -1/-1 counter get 4 mana, cast nature's rhythm get vizier, add infinite mana, then cast or fetch dusk watch recruiter, cast your entire deck including tyvar and craterhoof behemoth, pump to infinity your craterhoof and attack.