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New Bans, New Brews: What It Means for Pauper?

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Like many of us, I thought that PFP would make no moves this March 31st, B&R, but boy, I was wrong. Not only did they ban multiple cards, but they also brought back some interesting options on the meta, plus a card that has the potential to break Pauper. Intrigued by what that would be? Let’s dive into it! Table of Contents Banned and Restricted Announcement – March 31, 2025 While this article focuses on Pauper Bans/Unbans, I will also mention all the changes that were made to other formats. Modern: [card]Underworld Breach[/card] is banned. Legacy: [card]Sowing Mycospawn[/card] is banned. [card]Troll of Khazad-dûm[/card] is banned. Pauper: [card]Basking Broodscale[/card] is banned. [card]Kuldotha Rebirth[/card] is banned. [card]Deadly Dispute[/card] is banned. [card]Prophetic Prisim[/card] is unbanned . [card]High Tide[/card] is unbanned . Now, with the full picture of what happened today, let’s go over the reasons that the PFP have to make those changes + ...
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From Glee to Wildfire: Paupergeddon Lecco 2025 in Review

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If there’s one thing Pauper players can agree on, it’s that the metagame is diverse and never sleeps. Just when you think one archetype has settled in at the top, the format shifts—and Paupergeddon Lecco 2025 proved that in full force. In this early look at the tournament results, we’re comparing Lecco 2025 to Roma 2024—two of the largest Pauper events to date—to spot emerging patterns, shifting powerhouses, and what they might mean for the months ahead.  While the meta will likely change in the coming weeks thanks to the new set, Tarkir Dragonstorm, this event’s first impression gives us plenty to talk about, especially with the breakout performance of Jund Wildfire . Table of Contents The Roma 2024 Snapshot: Glee on Top Let’s rewind to November 2024 in Rome. At that time, Golgari Glee was the name of the game. [cards]{{Sadistic Glee}}{{Basking Broodscale}}[/cards] The deck, built around [card]Sadistic Glee[/card] and [card]Basking Broodscale[/card], fo...
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Mono-Black Sacrifice Deck Tech & Sideboard Guide

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One of my favorite ways to play Pauper in Magic: The Gathering is by running sacrifice-based decks that turn small creatures into massive value. On my Pauper YouTube channel , I’ve featured this strategy several times, and today I’m diving into a deck I keep coming back to — Mono-Black Sacrifice. It’s a surprisingly affordable and powerful Pauper deck that’s perfect for players who enjoy grindy games, smart sequencing, and making the most out of every creature. Whether you’re new to the format or looking for your next budget-friendly brew, this MTG Pauper Mono-Black Sacrifice deck is one you won’t want to miss. Table of Contents Mono-Black Sacrifice Pauper Deck Overview Mono-Black Sacrifice in Pauper is the kind of deck that turns little creatures into big value. You're not just playing creatures to swing in for damage — you're using them as fuel for something bigger. The whole strategy revolves around finding clever ways to sacrifice your own ...
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