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2008 Standard Dimir Faeries and Cube

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Show Notes

Ryan Overturf takes a look back at blue/black Faeries from 2008, how that deck shaped his perception of Magic, and how Faeries offers concrete examples of different categories of cards that can inform Cube design. Support Mutual Aid Networks in Minnesota Antti Malin's 2008 World Championship winning Faeries deck

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