Commander · Matchup Guide

edgar-markov vs maralen-fae-ascendant

Sideboard plans, win rates, and key tactical decisions for Commander.

edgar-markov

50.2%

Even

Win rate

maralen-fae-ascendant

49.8%

Even

Win rate

Sample Size

20

Matches tracked

Strategic Overview

Edgar Markov's vampire tribal deck thrives on aggressive board presence and synergy, while Maralen, Fae Ascendant aims to control the game through resource denial and disruption. Focus on maintaining a steady stream of vampires and leveraging your commander's eminence ability to overwhelm Maralen's control elements.

Key Cards in This Matchup

Blood ArtistVampire NocturnusSorin, Imperious Bloodlord

edgar-markov Sideboard Plan

+ Bring In

Vandalblast
Rakdos Charm
Damping Sphere

− Take Out

Vampire's Bite
Bloodghast
Falkenrath Aristocrat

Bring in artifact and enchantment hate to deal with Maralen's potential stax pieces and mana denial. Consider removing less impactful aggressive cards for more utility and resilience.

maralen-fae-ascendant Sideboard Plan

+ Bring In

Torpor Orb
Cursed Totem
Pithing Needle

− Take Out

Painful Quandary
Oppression
Underworld Dreams

Focus on shutting down Edgar's creature-based strategies by bringing in cards that limit creature abilities and activations. Remove slower enchantments that are less effective against a fast-paced vampire deck.

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