Is Mono-Green Devotion The Deck To Beat In Pioneer?
What’s the deck to play in Pioneer? Seven SCG creators weigh in, advocating decks from Mono-Green Devotion to Boros Burn (Lurrus) and beyond.
AuthorBen Friedman
Ben Friedman, a.k.a. "The Skip Bayless of Magic: the Gathering", is a long-time professional Magic player, with eight years of Pro Tour experience and over 200 lifetime Pro Points. Coming at you with his flaming hot takes live from Las Vegas, he's had success in numerous formats to the tune of five Grand Prix Top 8s, two Pro Tour Top 16s, and numerous high finishes at SCG Tour Opens and Invitationals. Outside of Magic, you can find Ben listening to country music, heading to the gym, or playing with cryptocurrency - sometimes all three at the same time!
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