The concept of an unpredictable spell card refers to a type of magical ability or enchantment that is characterized by its unpredictable nature. Unlike other spells or spell cards which have a set outcome or effect, unpredictable spell cards have a randomness or element of surprise to them. These spell cards are often used in various forms of fantasy media such as role-playing games, card games, and literature. They add a level of excitement and uncertainty to the game or story, as players or characters must adapt to the unexpected outcomes of these spells. An unpredictable spell card may have a range of effects, making it difficult to plan strategies or predict the outcomes. For example, it may teleport the user to a completely random location, unleash a powerful attack that can either be devastating or completely useless, transform the user or their opponent into another creature or object, or grant temporary powers or abilities that are random or change with each use.
Parallel Twister draws parallels to cards like Tribute to the Doomed or Raigeki Break, but with a twist on their effects. While those cards will cost you a card from your hand, Parallel Twister costs you a card from your field.
If you are using some of the common Side Deck cards like Rivalry of Warlords , you ve found how helpful it is to draw multiple copies it s not helpful at all. Since you ll usually want to use the monster for a Synchro, Xyz, or Tribute Summon, this happens pretty frequently to Call of the Haunted , and the reverse is true with Fiendish Chain.
For example, it may teleport the user to a completely random location, unleash a powerful attack that can either be devastating or completely useless, transform the user or their opponent into another creature or object, or grant temporary powers or abilities that are random or change with each use. The unpredictable nature of these spell cards can make them both challenging and fun to use. Players must be prepared for any outcome and think on their feet to adapt to the changing circumstances.
Unpredictable Cyclone
If a cycling ability of another nonland card would cause you to draw a card, instead exile cards from the top of your library until you exile a card that shares a card type with the cycled card. You may cast that card without paying its mana cost. Then put the exiled cards that weren't cast this way on the bottom of your library in a random order.
Cycling ( , Discard this card: Draw a card.)
EDH 0 / 0 EDH 6 / 0 CAS 1 / 0k e i z e r b u n s on Jurassicycle Park
1 year ago
Thanks for the suggestion CommanderNeyo! That's a really good card for this deck!
What would you suggest I swap out for it though? I'm kinda thinking Unpredictable Cyclone , but I also really like how fun that card can be, plus it can be used to cheat out my higher CMC creatures. What do you think?
Necrosis24 on Looking For Inspiration
2 years ago
I think I would more or less do the same with the commanders you have laid out so I don't have much to offer there. Instead here are some deck ideas I have planned/currently working on:
Deck Ideas
- Adamaro, First to Desire : Mono-Red group hug
- Rakdos, Lord of Riots | Hamza, Guardian of Arashin : Morph
- Sakashima of a Thousand Faces & Krark, the Thumbless : Focused on Brothers Yamazaki
- Barrin, Master Wizard : Modular-control deck ( Arcbound Ravager )
- Firesong and Sunspeaker : Angel Spellslinging
- Daughter of Autumn : Damage Redirection Deck ( Pariah / Vigor )
- General Jarkeld : Block everything! ( Hundred-Handed One )
- Kentaro, the Smiling Cat : No plains in the deck, maybe cat tribal
- Baru, Fist of Krosa | Korlash, Heir to Blackblade : Utilize grandeur
- Korvold, Fae-Cursed King : Food token and Stuffy Doll with Gyome, Master Chef and Asmoranomardicadaistinaculdacar as the secret commanders.
- Kogla, the Titan Ape : King Kong theme (2005 Peter Jackson)
- Yidaro, Wandering Monster : Battle Cruiser ( Unpredictable Cyclone / Sneak Attack )
- Any tribal deck because tribal is my favorite
K a z i e r t s on
2 years ago
I think your last suggestions ( Wild Evocation , Unpredictable Cyclone and Aetherworks Marvel ) are a bit too much for me. However, I actually loved Dream Devourer and Ignorant Bliss . I'll probably get a playset of devourer, once I start buying the deck and test the ratios. I just don't think impulse draw will be that useful after Worldfire ing since I won't have mana.
Really grateful for your suggestions!
l a g o t r i p h a on
2 years ago
I quite like this. I'd consider Dream Devourer and . Dream devourer helps cheat on the cost of larger spells, while also setting up any colourless creatures as a wincon - its really sweet here.
On a pure jank level, I can reccomend my favourite card; Ignorant Bliss . It sets you up post-wildfire and counters thoughtsieze. In a similar vein, effects like You Find Some Prisoners or Light Up the Stage that exile cards from the top of libraries and let you cast them can set up a post-wildfire state in a pinch.
Wild Evocation or Unpredictable Cyclone is a cute way to set up worldfire, Aetherworks Marvel plays nice with garagodon, and mana rocks are good. Especially alongside devourer.
Best of luck - Jank brews like this are a lot of fun.
StarstormKK on Flaming shark tornado
2 years ago
I was looking around for a deck to build that uses Shark Typhoon because I keep finding them in the packs I buy. I came across yours and I like the idea of using Unpredictable Cyclone in conjunction with it. It allows you to cheat out more expensive spells pretty effectively, while still creating a shark army. On that note, I would completely revamp the spells you have chosen, aside from Neutralize and Boon of the Wish-Giver , because they need to have cycling to trigger this awesome effect. I do really like Narset of the Ancient Way for this deck. I would remove Teferi, Time Raveler unless you decide to use more sorceries, like Essence Fracture .
- Zenith Flare will be the first obvious choice. It refers to cycling and grows in power rapidly as you cycle things, however it will only grow until the first Unpredictable Cyclone drops, so I am not sure.
- Rescind would be a solid choice, especially if you are running some counterspells.
- Complicate and/or Countervailing Winds seem like some decent choices if you want more counterspells.
- Sweltering Suns and/or Starstorm could replace the damage classic Shock .
- Cast Out could almost directly replace Banishing Light with a cycling equivalent.
- Lay Claim to steal the best of your opponent's forces.
- Astral Slide and/or Astral Drift might be useful, depending on the deck you end up with.
In any case, I love the basic concept and enjoyed trying to think about some synergy for it.
seshiro_of_the_orochi on Will WotC Ever Print this …
2 years ago
Tutors make deckbuilding easier, as you basically add additional copies of important cards. That's a useful thing on one hand, but it also is very powerful and very boring.
Power Level concerns aside, WotC wants to add splashy effects to the game, and that is a good thing I think (I'm talking splashy, not op). Adding a card to tutor for Instants, sorceries and enchantments ticks many hooks for WotC to not print it: Veeery powerful? Check. Very boring? Check.
They sure could, but I'm pretty sure they won't, and I think this is a good thing.
With regards to Elsha: Have you considered Unpredictable Cyclone with only some very specific enchantments?
X e n e p h r i m on Jeskai - Cycle Your Opponents to Death
2 years ago
If it were me, I would take out Lightning Rift and Drake Haven for Drannith Stinger and Glint-Horn Buccaneer . I personally am not a fan of cards that only do something if you pay a tax on something else (if that makes sense). On their own, Lightning Rift and Drake Haven do nothing. You make an initial investment to get the enchantment into play and then have to pour more mana into it just to get anything. Hoofprints of the Stag falls into the group as well. I'd replace it with something else.
Chromatic Orrery feels out of place here. I'd recommend swapping it out for Alhammarret's Archive .
I'm not entirely sure what your game plan for Fires of Invention and Unpredictable Cyclone are, but I'd swap both of those out at some point in the future. Possibly for Shark Typhoon and Rielle, the Everwise .
I think your last suggestions ( Wild Evocation , Unpredictable Cyclone and Aetherworks Marvel ) are a bit too much for me. However, I actually loved Dream Devourer and Ignorant Bliss . I'll probably get a playset of devourer, once I start buying the deck and test the ratios. I just don't think impulse draw will be that useful after Worldfire ing since I won't have mana.
It adds an element of unpredictability and excitement to the game, keeping players engaged and on their toes. In storytelling, unpredictable spell cards can be used to create tension, surprise, or unexpected plot twists. Characters may use these spell cards as a last resort or in desperate situations, adding an element of risk and uncertainty to their actions. Whether in games or literature, unpredictable spell cards are a fascinating concept that adds complexity and excitement to the magical world. The element of surprise and the need for quick thinking and adaptability make them a unique and enjoyable aspect of magical abilities. They embody the idea that in the realm of magic, anything can happen, and the outcomes are rarely predictable..
Reviews for "Unpredictable Spell Cards: A Gamble or a Sure Bet?"
1. Mike - 2 stars - I was really disappointed with the "Unpredictable spell card". The card claims to bring chaos and uncertainty to the game, but in reality, it just frustrated me and my opponents. It felt like a cheap way to create tension and unpredictability, without any thought put into the actual gameplay mechanics. It ended up ruining the flow of the game, and instead of adding excitement, it just made everything confusing and frustrating.
2. Sarah - 1 star - I actively dislike the "Unpredictable spell card". It completely ruins any strategies and tactics I try to use in the game. It's frustrating to spend time planning your moves and then have everything thrown into chaos because of this card. It feels like a lazy attempt to make the game more exciting, but it just left me feeling annoyed and disheartened.
3. John - 2 stars - The "Unpredictable spell card" left me wishing I hadn't even included it in the game. It feels like a gimmick rather than a well-thought-out gameplay element. It disrupts the flow of the game and adds unnecessary confusion. It also takes away from the skill aspect of the game, as luck becomes the primary determining factor. Overall, I found it to be a frustrating and unnecessary addition to an otherwise enjoyable game.
4. Emma - 2.5 stars - The "Unpredictable spell card" sounded exciting at first, but in practice, it just made the game feel chaotic and unbalanced. It gave a disproportionate advantage to players who happened to draw the card at the right time, while leaving others frustrated and discouraged. It didn't enhance the overall experience of the game and instead created unnecessary frustration and confusion.
5. Alex - 1.5 stars - The "Unpredictable spell card" completely ruined the strategic aspect of the game for me. It felt unfair and arbitrary, as it could drastically change the course of the game without any skill or strategy involved. It made everything feel out of control and left me feeling frustrated and disappointed. I would have preferred a more balanced and tactically focused game without this unnecessary addition.