Modern · Matchup Guide

eldrazi-tron vs ruby-storm

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

eldrazi-tron

50.0%

Even

Win rate

ruby-storm

50.0%

Even

Win rate

Sample Size

96

Matches tracked

Strategic Overview

Ruby Storm aims to combo off quickly with mana generation and storm spells, while Eldrazi Tron seeks to disrupt with hand disruption and fast threats. Ruby Storm should prioritize speed and protection from discard, while Eldrazi Tron needs to apply pressure and disrupt Ruby Storm's combo pieces.

Key Cards in This Matchup

GrapeshotRuby MedallionThought-Knot Seer

eldrazi-tron Sideboard Plan

+ Bring In

Chalice of the Void
Damping Sphere
Relic of Progenitus

− Take Out

Karn, the Great Creator
Endbringer
Walking Ballista

Chalice of the Void on one can shut down many of Ruby Storm’s spells. Damping Sphere slows their mana generation, while Relic of Progenitus can disrupt any graveyard recursion. Remove higher-cost cards that are too slow for this matchup.

ruby-storm Sideboard Plan

+ Bring In

Defense Grid
Echoing Truth
Abrade

− Take Out

Pyretic Ritual
Desperate Ritual
Seething Song

Bring in Defense Grid to protect against Eldrazi Tron's disruption and Echoing Truth to handle Chalice of the Void. Abrade can deal with any early threats or artifacts that may impede your combo.

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