Art by John AvonFrom the deep caverns of Ixalan, to the floating scyclaves of Zendikar, explore the multiverse in this unpowered cube themed around exploration and adventure! Find companions, defeat monsters, and discover ancient artifacts and ruins.
The major goal for this cube is to evoke the classic sense discovery, with flavorful cards and mechanics. In general, this cube plays similarly to Zendikar Rising limited, but with some differences.
Archetypes
—— Welcome to the Party!
As every good adventurer knows, you can only go so far on your own. Build and maintain a balanced party with a Cleric, Rogue, Warrior and Wizard.
—— Lair Defense
Foolish travelers often wander into places they don't understand, only to disappear where no one will find them. Awaken the ancient ruins, and repel all intruders that dare enter with counters, draw, and removal.
—— Ruin Robbers
Ancient secrets linger lost to time in flooded tombs. Luckily for you, rogues happen to deal in such secrets. Gather a troop of steel-hearted bandits to pressure your opponent with evasion and mill.
—— Treasure Hoarders
The real treasures were the friends we made along the way...and the golden idol you found behind the secret door. Descend into dungeons to plunder their riches, and use your new-found wealth for value.
() —— Landfall!
The natural world has much to discover. Make landfall and collect a zoo of elementals and beasts from the forests, mountains, or even the plains if you chose.
Toughen up
The wilds are unforgiving: the strong grow stronger, and the weak die out. If you wish for your team to survive in this wilderness, use counters to toughen them up.
Sacrificial Rites
Dark powers dwell in the deepest pits and ancient temples. They may be dormant, but they have much to offer. Form a cult of likeminded clerics, and sacrifice the weak to gain the service of the demons and dark gods.
() Fathomless Depths
The deepest parts of the earth remain unexplored. Who knows what lurks in the darkness? Descend into the deep, delve into underground ruins, and find what creatures await you in the graveyard.
Exploration Expedition
Adventure awaits in every jungle and sunken ruin! Explore and map-out the uncharted lands, with merfolk guides to accompany you.
() Prowess
Delve into ancient tomes, play a flurry of cheap spells and artifacts, and prove your prowess in the field of combat with your mage companions.
Gear up!
In dungeoneering, being prepared is the difference between life and death. Take your strongest warriors, and gear them up in the best equipment.
These are the major archetypes in the cube, but there are more sub archetypes to be found. The best way to discover these synergies is to dive head first into this land of exploration and adventure.