Modern · Matchup Guide
ruby-storm vs jeskai-blink
Sideboard plans, win rates, and key tactical decisions for Modern.
ruby-storm
44.5%
Unfavored
Win rate
jeskai-blink
55.5%
Favored
Win rate
Sample Size
161
Matches tracked
Strategic Overview
Jeskai Blink should focus on disrupting Ruby Storm's combo pieces and protecting its own board state. Utilize Teferi, Time Raveler to prevent instant-speed interactions and Ephemerate to maximize value from creatures like Fury to clear the board of Goblins or other threats.
Key Cards in This Matchup
ruby-storm Sideboard Plan
+ Bring In
− Take Out
Defense Grid helps protect your combo from counterspells. Echoing Truth can bounce problematic permanents like Chalice of the Void, and Grapeshot provides an alternate win condition if your primary plan is disrupted.
jeskai-blink Sideboard Plan
+ Bring In
− Take Out
Bring in Dovin's Veto to counter critical spells and Chalice of the Void to disrupt their low-cost spells. Rest in Peace can hinder any graveyard-based recursion.