Commander · Matchup Guide

vivi-ornitier vs grand-arbiter-augustin-iv

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

vivi-ornitier

50.2%

Even

Win rate

grand-arbiter-augustin-iv

49.8%

Even

Win rate

Sample Size

20

Matches tracked

Strategic Overview

Vivi Ornitier decks typically focus on spell-slinging and card advantage, while Grand Arbiter Augustin IV aims to control the game with tax effects and counterspells. Vivi should aim to resolve key spells early before taxes become overwhelming. Grand Arbiter should prioritize countering or taxing Vivi's card draw and combo pieces.

Key Cards in This Matchup

CounterspellRhystic StudySwords to Plowshares

vivi-ornitier Sideboard Plan

+ Bring In

Pyroblast
Red Elemental Blast
Vandalblast

− Take Out

Mana Geyser
Past in Flames
Grapeshot

Focus on countering and removing Grand Arbiter's control elements. Use artifact removal to handle taxing artifacts.

grand-arbiter-augustin-iv Sideboard Plan

+ Bring In

Rest in Peace
Rule of Law
Stony Silence

− Take Out

Supreme Verdict
Wrath of God
Austere Command

Increase tax effects and graveyard hate. Remove board wipes that are less effective against Vivi's spell-centric strategy.

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