Metagame Mentor: The Top Decks from Four Modern Regional Championships
Hello, Magic players! In this article, we'll dive into the results of four recent Modern Regional Championships, examining the top decks, their performance, and the impact of the latest Magic: The Gathering | Avatar: The Last Airbender cards on the format.
The Modern Metagame and Win Rates
Modern is a diverse and dynamic format, with a deep card pool spanning over 22 years of Magic history. Across the four Regional Championships, a total of 3,364 decklists were analyzed, revealing a wide array of viable strategies.
| Archetype | Percentage of Field | Match Win Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Jeskai Blink | 14.0% ↓↓ | 49.3% |
| 2. Boros Energy | 11.4% ↑↑ | 54.4% ✓✓ |
Most-Played New Cards from Magic: The Gathering | Avatar: The Last Airbender
The four Regional Championships took place shortly after the release of Magic: The Gathering | Avatar: The Last Airbender, and several new cards from the set made their mark on the Modern metagame:
| Card Name | Total Copies | Main Deck | Sideboard |
|---|---|---|---|
| 345 | 338 | 7 |
Nathan Goldberg Victorious at US Regional Championship with Amulet Titan
Congratulations to Nathan Goldberg, who triumphed in Las Vegas to win the cycle's second Regional Championship in the United States. He outlasted more than 1,300 competitors and clinched the title, trophy, and $10,000 first-place prize with a finals victory over Joseph Puglisi.
Owen Turcotte Victorious in Canada with Jeskai Blink
Congratulations to Owen Turcotte, who emerged victorious at Canada's Regional Championship, defeating Aidan Mirabelli in the finals.
Yuta Hori Victorious in Japan with Jeskai Blink
Congratulations to Yuta Hori, who claimed victory at the Champions Cup Final (the Regional Championship for Japan and Korea) with a finals win over Atsuya Okuno.
Daniel Toledo Victorious in Europe with Boros Energy
Congratulations to Daniel Toledo, who hoisted the trophy in Antwerp to claim victory at the Ultimate Guard European Magic Series Regional Championship.
Looking to the Future
The Modern decks that captured the eight final World Championship slots in this Regional Championship cycle offered a compelling snapshot of the format's breadth. Stay tuned for a closer look at the spiciest Modern decks that earned a Pro Tour qualification during this massive Regional Championship weekend!