>>> <<[[!Restoration Angel]][[!Mulldrifter]][[!Thragtusk]][[!Sphinx's Revelation]]>> <<< *** >>> {W}{U}{G} <<< >>> # **THE BANT CUBE** <<< >>> ##### Bantasia will Amazia! <<< >>> {W}{U}{G} <<< *** >>> <<[[!Supreme Verdict]][[!Knight of the Reliquary]][[!Uro, Titan of Nature's Wrath]][[!Rafiq of the Many]]>> <<< *** ### Introduction The Bant Cube is meant to spark enjoyment by playing with Magic's best colors. Nothing beats the feeling of having above-rate spells and eminence value each turn. Blink creatures, control the board, make tokens, and have a blast with the sweetest cube around. *Created in November 2024.* ### Breakdown {W} **Cards:** 360 {U} **Cube Identities:** Eternal, Unpowered, Color-Restricted, Singleton, Thematic {G} **Powerlevel:** Legacy with Eternal and Universes Beyond inclusions *** ### The Journey of Bant: {W}{U}{G} Through the Years Bant, the identity given to the color combination {W}{U}{G}, first emerged with the Shards of Alara set in 2008. While it took some time for Bant to find its place in the spotlight, its journey has been marked by innovation and evolution, offering a variety of archetypes over the years. **The Early Days: A Slow Start** At the 2008 Worlds event in Memphis, Bant made one of its first notable appearance with [[Rhox War Monk]]. While not fully dominating the scene, the decks showed promise. You can check out the event’s decklists [here](https://www.mtgtop8.com/event?e=396&d=132881&f=ST). **A Turning Point: Bant Control** In 2013, Bant Control, like this one [here](https://mtgtop8.com/event?e=4363&d=225425&f=ST), rose to prominence, leveraging powerhouses like the iconic [[Sphinx's Revelation]]. This deck proved the potential of Bant in the control archetype. Relive the glory of Bant Control in this cube. **Creature Toolbox: The CoCo Era** The introduction of [[Collected Company]] brought a massive surge in Bant's popularity. Decks like Creature Toolbox demonstrated the value of Bant's synergy and adaptability. Nothing quite beats Worlds 2016 with this decklist [here](https://mtgtop8.com/event?e=13406&d=278667&f=ST). **A Legendary Moment: Rafiq and Dark Exalted** No discussion of Bant would be complete without mentioning Dark Exalted from Pro Tour Kyoto 2009. Featuring the legendary [[Rafiq of the Many]], this deck cemented Rafiq as a beloved figure in Bant’s history. Check out the list from Pro Tour Kyoto [here](https://www.mtgtop8.com/event?e=411&d=138501&f=ST). **Bant Archetypes Through the Years** Bant has proven itself to be a multifaceted color combination, supporting a variety of strategies over the years, including: - Infect - Creature Combos - Control - Human Tribal Decks Bant continues to inspire creativity, adapting to new mechanics and formats. Its versatility and unique identity have made it a beloved combination for players, whether in competitive settings or fun environments like Cube. I’ve loved watching Bant evolve and explore its potential across different archetypes, and I hope you will enjoy experiencing its journey as much as I have! *** >>> ## **Archetypes** <<< *** >>> ### {W}{W} White {W}{W} <<< >>> <<[[!Mother of Runes]][[!Thalia, Guardian of Thraben]][[!Palace Jailer]][[!Parallax Wave]]>> <<< >>> <<[[!Ocelot Pride|89cf6f57-230f-497e-a14e-ad1e8737fd42]][[!Luminarch Aspirant]][[!Spirited Companion]][[!Aven Mindcensor]]>> <<< *** >>> ### {U}{U} Blue {U}{U} <<< >>> <<[[!Snapcaster Mage]][[!Brainstorm]][[!Mana Leak]][[!Ledger Shredder]]>> <<< >>> <<[[!Phantasmal Image]][[!Chrome Host Seedshark]][[!Vendilion Clique]][[!Remand]]>> <<< *** >>> ### {G}{G} Green {G}{G} <<< >>> <<[[!Birds of Paradise]][[!Oracle of Mul Daya]][[!Questing Beast]][[!Elder Gargaroth]]>> <<< >>> <<[[!Nissa, Who Shakes the World]][[!Once Upon a Time]][[!Sylvan Library]][[!Primeval Titan]]>> <<< *** >>> ### {W/U}{W/U} Azorius {W/U}{W/U} <<< >>> <<[[!Soulherder]][[!Ephemerate]][[!Conjurer's Closet]][[!Aether Channeler]]>> <<< >>> <<[[!Displacer Kitten]][[!Yorion, Sky Nomad]][[!Cloudblazer]][[!Thassa, Deep-Dwelling]]>> <<< *** >>> ### {W/G}{W/G} Selesnya {W/G}{W/G} <<< >>> <<[[!King Darien XLVIII]][[!Thalia's Lieutenant]][[!Augur of Autumn]][[!Collected Company]]>> <<< >>> <<[[!Hero of Bladehold]][[!Esper Sentinel]][[!Leinore, Autumn Sovereign]][[!Torens, Fist of the Angels]]>> <<< *** >>> ### {U/G}{U/G} Simic {U/G}{U/G} <<< >>> <<[[!Tamiyo, Inquisitive Student]][[!Risen Reef]][[!Tatyova, Benthic Druid]][[!Opposition]]>> <<< >>> <<[[!Hydroid Krasis]][[!Koma, World-Eater]][[!Avenger of Zendikar]][[!Time Warp]]>> <<< *** >>> ### {W}{U}{G} Secondary Build Arounds {W}{U}{G} <<< >>> <<[[!Pride of the Clouds]][[!Vizier of Remedies]][[!Nightpack Ambusher]][[!Rafiq of the Many]]>> <<< >>> <<[[!Scapeshift]][[!Flash]][[!Birthing Pod]][[!Falco Spara, Pactweaver]]>> <<< >>> ##### Overview Under Construction <<<