Cube Update – May 2025

This update aims to fine-tune, balance and push some of the new archetypes that have been recently introduced to the cube. Here's what's changing:

"Leaves the Graveyard" – Great success!

The newly introduced leaves graveyard archetype has exceeded expectations. It's proving to be not only powerful but also incredibly engaging to play. Interactions with cards like Insidious Roots, Vengevine, Bloodghast, and Grist, the Hunger Tide have been creating dynamic, synergistic lines of play across multiple play sessions.

"Discard Matters" – Needs Support

While the discard matters archetype has shown potential, it hasn't quite clicked at the current power level. To help push it into viability, I am adding additional support. These inclusions aim to solidify the archetype as a rewarding build-around:

Windfall – Big draw, big discard.

Metamorph – Great discard target, flexible interaction, able to duplicate Monument to Endurance

Hollow One – Free threat for discard-heavy hands, perfect synergy.

Putrid Imp – Cheap, effective enabler that plays well with madness and graveyard shenanigans.

Prismari Command – Versatile spell that fuels discard, ramps, and removes.

Underworld Breach – Here to Be Broken

Underworld Breach enters the cube with no specific archetype in mind—yet. It’s a powerful and flexible engine that is here to break stuff.

Final Notes

As always, cards are coming and going to make room for these updates — removing underperformers, narrow effects, or redundancies. The goal remains a cube that is dynamic, powerful, and full of discovery.

Happy drafting!

Context:

Trying to push the "leave's your graveyard" Theme to the max.
Oath won't be missed as it rarely sees play