I love the initials for the new set.

The first of two NPH drafts is over, and Evan came out the big winner. (As a reassurance – Evan, you made the right first pick with Spellskite – it’s not as valuable as Karn or Batterskull yet, but give it time. In eternal formats having a playset of that card will be much more valuable than a single of the others).

This draft was noticeably more enjoyable for everyone than the previous drafts. After selecting cards, everyone had smiles and was happy with their pools. I don’t attribute this as much to the new set than to the fact that we all know what we are doing. This is the fifth draft we’ve had as a group. It is so good to see everyone improving within the format.

Play of the week : Evan, second game of the finals, Triumph of the Hordes FTW out of nowhere.

It's Heerrreeeeeee...

In other happenings, Carin got to unleash her Phelddagrif commander zone on the group. Zoey has had a lot of fun riding it around the condo. At least until she runs out of white mana. The Phelddagrif also grants wishes.

I’d also like to propose a new EDH rule. Well, suggestion really. The rule is that if you open a foil legend in a pack, you must build an EDH deck around it.

Here’s the original article I read on this. I’ll give you the short version below.

Choosing a general is like choosing a pet. You need just the right one, and sometimes you look and can’t find one that feels right. Then when you least expect it, one jumps right in your lap. Opening a foil general is like that general choosing you.

This has only happened to me when I opened two copies of Kemba, Kha Regent in a single SOM pack. It’s even a cat… awwwwwwww. Looks like I gotta build a mono-white EDH deck now. Yay!

See you all at Matt’s place next week for part II of the draft.