In this episode of Griffin Fly MTG, Griffin and Greg discuss the creation of a Battlecruiser-style deck for Greg, who is new to Magic: The Gathering. The video covers deck mechanics, including key cards like Kamahl, Heart of Krosa and Sakashima of a Thousand Faces, and explains concepts such as trample, cloning, ramp, and alternate win conditions.
The pair further discusses the roles of different colors in the game, specifically focusing on green and blue, and emphasize the importance of using genuine Wizard of the Coast cards. Viewers are invited to follow along and offer their advice as Greg learns to play his first Magic deck.
00:00 Introduction to Griffin Fly MTG
00:05 Building the Deck: Initial Thoughts
01:51 Deck Strategy: Commanders and Key Cards
02:52 Understanding Combat Mechanics
06:58 Cloning and Alternate Win Conditions
15:40 Ramp and Mana Management
18:43 Final Thoughts and Next Steps
