This bar cube was first built following CubeCon 2022 and was inspired by Derek's original Bar Cube. Cards incentivize discard and graveyard interactions without leaning into a strong generic reanimator theme.
Since 2022, the Madison community has become obsessed with the shuffling up in bars and unexpected places. At CubeCon 2023 we hosted the first Bar Cube Night, and Spirits on Tap was featured. This list has since been reworked and polished. I hope to test this environment significantly this year so that it can be ready to go for Bar Cube Night 2024!
Brewing RulesBar cube follows a set of recommended guidelines to help maintain a play space with minimal clutter. In keeping with the spirit of these guidelines, I have chosen to make small breaks but have done so in a way that the play space clutter remains minimal.
This bar cube is for quick drafting with 2-4 players and uses pack structure different from what you may be familiar with.
We have been experimenting with smaller, more numerous packs and find that it better replicates a bigger draft pod. 7 packs of 7 for a group of 4 may also be viable based on your preference.
ArchetypesThis cube features broad graveyard synergies. I encourage you to explore the cube during the draft to find unique interactions. You can use the archetypes below to guide your first draft.
I do almost nothing MTG related without my Madison, WI Cube community. Mingos, you are the real ones, and I appreciate all of you so much. Your love and support sparks so much joy. Special thanks goes out to Kai and Mike for always being around when I am cooking a new cube and need help balancing the list.