Format: Legacy
Deck Type: Tribal Aggro-Control
Colors: Mono-Blue

Description:
Dive deep into the unfathomable depths and command the mysteries of the abyss with the deck aptly named, "Mysteries of the Abyss." Harness the sheer might of the sea's most formidable monsters and support them with a plethora of counters and control elements. As the waves crash and the depths churn, your opponents will find themselves ensnared in the whirlpool of your strategy, gasping for breath as your leviathans, krakens, and serpents emerge.

Deck Strategy:
Early Game: Prioritize setting up your mana base while utilizing cards like Kraken Hatchling and Negate to thwart early threats and set the stage for your bigger creatures.

Mid Game: Begin deploying threats like Harbor Serpent and Reservoir Kraken. Use counterspells to protect your investments and Whelming Wave to reset the board, giving you an advantageous position.

Late Game: Overwhelm the opponent with titanic forces like Stormtide Leviathan and Lorthos, the Tidemaker, sealing their fate under the weight of the deep.

Key Interactions:
Whelming Wave & Your Creatures: With most of your creatures unaffected, Whelming Wave becomes an asymmetric board wipe, giving you a massive advantage.

Teferi, Temporal Archmage & Big Creatures: Accelerate your mana and draw into your threats or control elements, ensuring you maintain the upper hand.

Sol Ring & Thran Dynamo: Essential mana accelerators that help you deploy your larger threats earlier than expected.

Tips & Tricks:
Harness the power of Whelming Wave judiciously. Knowing when to reset the board can make the difference between victory and defeat.
Remember, patience is key. While it might be tempting to deploy a threat early, sometimes waiting to have counter back-up can ensure its survival.
With Teferi's ability to untap lands, you can potentially bluff having a counter in hand even if you don't.

Skill Level and Playability:
"Mysteries of the Abyss" beckons those who admire the serenity and the storm of the sea. At first glance, the deck seems straightforward: deploy sea monsters and defend them. However, beneath the surface, the currents of strategy run deep. Players will need to master the ebb and flow of tempo, knowing when to hold back and when to surge forward. While beginners will appreciate the sheer power of the ocean's titans, experienced players will revel in the dance of control and aggression that this deck offers. It's a deep dive into the vast ocean of strategy, where every decision can lead to victory or the abyss.

last update: 21/08/23