Jund Midrange vs Eldrazi Winter | Semifinals 1 - Quest for the Best Modern Deck Ever

What was the best Modern deck ever? We made our community vote for one deck to represent each year since 2011, played four rounds of Swiss, and now we bring you each match of the Top 8. Andrea is playing Thoralf and either Deathrite Shaman or Eye of Ugin could be knocked out of the tournament.
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Find the breakdown of the swiss matches here: bit.ly/46l6Kyc
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💀👾 Decklists: bit.ly/3M3uBKK Find the breakdown of the swiss matches here: bit.ly/46l6Kyc

[@ViXoZuDo]

@@henkdachiefNo, the rule is perfectly correct... it trigger with ETB and the endless enters with the counters already on top of him.

[@nicholas8739]

The top deck gods were smiling upon Thoralf on this one. Holy smokes!

[@mitchellstafiej7385]

Yeah they don't shuffle very well.

[@crom6573]

​@@mitchellstafiej7385lmao, I hope you're not serious mate

[@LlywellynOBrien]

Problem is with this bloody deck it is mostly pretty good top-decks.

[@mr.joesterr5359]

i keep noticing thoralf alwaya gets ridiculously lucky. legit every single match he plays he gets lile the perfect topdeck. not throwing shade, some ppl just have good streaks.

[@xolotltolox7626]

​@@mr.joesterr5359In the BTS Jamin even said Thoralf was ridiculously lucky

[@logancalapp2426]

Only 16 minutes?? This gonna be brutal one

[@Immerglad]

Lets see 😂

[@Erik_Sjostrom]

I was thinking the same

[@rajamicitrenti1374]

Even went 3 games!

[@Trisket]

They were fast games, but also both players are pros who know how to play fast.

[@MenloMarseilles]

Brutal One {2}{R} Creature - Eldrazi At the beginning of your next draw step, topdeck a Thought-Knot Seer. 2/1

[@luisaraujo8052]

My man Thoralf was almost dying after that second Thought-Knot Seer. Loved every second of it. 🤣

[@uucue]

I love the crew, including Andrea. Please keep bringing him in

[@bryanbiscoll5519]

Always happy to see Andrea. Easily my favorite Magic content creator these days! (Carl, Toffel, Jamin, and co. are all close, though!)

[@bobbyhanson346]

Particularly when he plays Thoralf. Those two have great chemistry.

[@Adog234]

3:05 How is thoralf getting more adorable each episode. He is the cutest guy I’ve ever seen.

[@donovans8904]

He genuinely enjoys the game, and he is very expressive. We love our mythic gremlin champion.

[@professionalaverageppsize]

Tbh sounds kinda gay tho

[@Goodfacts-hj2zf]

@@professionalaverageppsizeand?

[@Orengi-kun]

quite appropiate then, I'd say@@professionalaverageppsize

[@Aurelius2142]

@@professionalaverageppsize Hey, welcome to the 21st century! You must be new here, can I get you up to speed?

[@tyrelllowery2074]

Andrea has definitely grown on me as a person. His chemistry here with everyone is phenomenal. Also glad this one was him and Thoralf. They’re my favorites in terms of play style. Watching them go head to head like this, with these great decks is so much fun!

[@reshiramer608]

Man this whole series is so cool, it’s honestly such a cool idea and I’m genuinely excited to see who wins in the finals.

[@marshallwilver8831]

Mengu’s face when he top decked the reality smasher was the best. This man is a gem

[@SmashedFish76]

Thoralf Dismembering his own Mimic to save the other onefrom the Maelstrom Pulse was a really cool and smart play. I always love watching Cardmarket videos to see these wild moves I never would've thought of! This was a very powerdul set, both of you played well but congrats to the winner!

[@michaelsinnreich6626]

Two people playing so well so fast really highlights their mastery of the game.

[@TlatoaniItzcoatl]

I love Mengu! Especially the Mengu Thoralf pairing.

[@calebharding8221]

This was closer than I thought it would be, if luck just slightly swung in the other direction the outcome could have been completely different

[@mattm7798]

Yeah, he peeled the dismember right before DRS could help cast a turn 2 MP. Had that happened, I think Jund wins...and this was a pretty powered down Jund from 2012. DRS is great but not having any access to cards printed after 2012 was a big handicap.

[@gattomeccanico6943]

nah, that's still a loss, downer of hope was coming@@mattm7798

[@kippiauto]

Well also colorless eldrazi would be much more unfair and faster with chalices and spirit guides. UW was just the best anti-eldrazi eldrazi.dec

[@djanpo993]

Yet consider that Eldrazi never saw a single Reality Smasher :P

[@moshimeshowu747]

Thoraf's transitions between the game and the office were super cool. The way that the dialogue lined up honestly made it feel really smooth and connected. Took me a sec to realize what happened the first time he did it, but the second time it was super cool to see :D

[@CardmarketMagic]

I purposely cut a few of his interview takes to line that shot :) I'm really happy with it

[@logan8708]

@@CardmarketMagic These videos are produced so well!! Setting the bar for magic content :)

[@99wattr89]

@@CardmarketMagic You're doing a fantastic job.

[@Orinap]

The double thought knot seer after mulliganing to five is crazy

[@pwnagecakes8934]

ANDREA BE IN EVERY VIDEO!! I love the whole crew, and at this point andrea is one of you all. Amazing videos as always.

[@MajestixComicsClix]

3:46 is why I love Mengu 😅 Also, Reid shed a tear somewhere out there

[@alexandercochrum716]

You cannot script a reaction like Thoralf's!! I was in tears too, magic truly is great!

[@pinobluevogel6458]

So nice to have Andrea on the videos! Another great match, Thoralf losing it and bursting into laughter because of the deck being so good was really infecteous and it was surprisingly close the other games.

[@8628416]

I kind of expected this result, but of course was rooting for Jund here. Great games! Andrea is indeed a great asset for this channel.

[@lucasmartelli4204]

Watching these guys play together is so sweet. This has quickly become an easy top 5 magic channel for me and it keeps rocketing towards a solid number 1

[@cerealforserious]

Andrea and Thoralf content combo gives me life their laughs together is great! 😄

[@FardeenChowdhury-mx1pw]

Wow that was such a nutty start on game 3. Andrea possibly had his best answer and it was still too much

[@kyleferguson1729]

Game 3 was fun and fair magic. Jund showing it's strength!

[@moshimeshowu747]

yeah honestly :D

[@8Smoker8]

Honestly yes, no dismember topdeck and jund wins.

[@Trivedi_Tuesdays]

@@8Smoker8no pulse, jund loses. Ur point?

[@benchen2227]

@@Trivedi_Tuesdays the chance to have 3 Endless one and ugin's eye on opening hand is extreme rare though. Much rarer than a turn 2 pulse.

[@8Smoker8]

@@Trivedi_Tuesdays very lucky start, that's the only reason pulse was needed in the first place. Learn logic kiddo.

[@timw9745]

I’ve always liked Andrea, but it’s so good to see him as a regular at your channel guys. Good vibes!

[@amonprassodia1428]

Thoralf's grin is the best thing in the series 😂

[@GBCharles]

I love watching Andrea play, really feels like a part of the team!

[@xZuunes]

I love Andrea, please have him as often you can!

[@jasonmiani8108]

Love, Mengu! Bring him back!

[@vichitwood]

this was much closer than I thought it would be! also yes definitely get andrea back out he’s the best

[@hanskloss7930]

Love your content! Not only it is very unique but it is very enjoyable too! Also all people from the crew and guests have such good chemistry together it's really a joy to watch. Also seeing pros play and share their thought process is very insightful!

[@johnmiltenberger3035]

That was so satisfying to see two players with the knowledge to sweep through a game like that with such skill and precision *.* Fantastic guys!!! Winter is coming Rakdos Scam!!!

[@WilliamAcosta-fs8ct]

Was really rooting for Jund, but I knew it was always going to be Eldrazi Winter. Regardless....more Andrea please!

[@arenkai]

8:36 Thoralf: Owh... Everything is dead :c Andrea: Yes. That's what Jund does. This had me laughing, brilliant interaction between you two, such a great video.

[@MrEliakimRAS]

Lol Carl, those cuts between Thoralf's sentences made me laugh a lot. You nailed it 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@CardmarketMagic]

Thank you :) I was really happy about those!

[@Razomka]

Yikes! What unreal games! Man, I kind of want best of 5 now with these insane decks! Love Andrea, such a great guest, just make him a part of the team already!

[@Flip4Crypt]

I love watching Mengu and Thoralf against each other, such tight plays and still very funny

[@marekjurcik]

Thank you for the great content, guys! Always glad to see Andrea again;)

[@Jonny-ru7ky]

This makes me nostalgic even though I didn't know about mtg when those decks were around. Great stuff guys, love it!

[@MrNeostatic]

Thanks for reading all my comments, Andrea Mengucci, of competitive Magic fame! (Great video as always, guys!)

[@dadejohnson6387]

Nice play in game two towards the end there Andera. Using the Shaman like that. That Eldrazi deck is insane. Well done fellas.

[@Themrfuzzypants]

Andrea is In fact an amazing addition to the crew. Although everyone is amazing on this channel

[@ahuman7027]

What a match!! That start XD (Those starts!!) Also, always a pleasure to see Andread and Thoralf together!

[@rinan5317]

Nutty top deck by Truffle. Always amazing to see Andrea play with any of the crew.

[@thewaterguy5741]

Truffle is a delight to watch

[@victorchico4980]

Vosotros 2, sois lo mejor del canal, boht of you are the best, pleasee, still fieghting wiht new deckssssss, lo e Andrea and Toralf 💃🏽💃🏽💃🏽💃🏽

[@BIGPILGRIM420]

insane games even for you guys. powerful decks played beautifully. thank you again for all your hard work and even harder play!!

[@elijahlyons8164]

I like having the professional players represent these decks, having those competitive players represent during competitive times is exactly right for the concept. I also love the goofy plays and decks being represented. I think thoralf is my favorite specifically because he is competitively goofy😄 Mr.Veedeo is awesome btw

[@douglasarnett-arnold1516]

Andrea we will miss you. That was a brutal match up. Cannot wait to see you again. Until next time.

[@thealanwrencher]

I have been living for this series. Please keep ‘em coming. You’re the best content on KZbin! Much love from California brothers

[@CardmarketMagic]

Thank you :) this series is may favourite to make! I'm thrilled that you enjoy it

[@Chubbies34]

Yes keep Andrea coming! He blends in so well you wouldn’t even know he wasn’t part of the channel if you only watched one “veedeo”

[@davec8385]

What an incredible game in an incredible tournament! Can't wait to watch the next one :)

[@Spundz]

Absolutely love this series!

[@daolothe1043]

This was the craziest string of top deck luck I’ve ever seen and Andrea still kept it incredibly close.

[@jtmoney606]

2 of the greatest to ever play the game!! thanks for giving us this I love how you all compete.

[@TheMindSpaz]

Really love this series do more like this - I would love to see a vintage version of this

[@HuwgeGrin]

Great games, awesome series. Love Andrea and Thoralf

[@kieranclarke6161]

Also that game 2 turn around was amazing and soo well played!

[@dddddmmm777]

soooooo excited for this episode!!

[@Sientir]

This series is so much fun! And wow, the top decks in game one. XD I look forward to Andrea's next appearance! :D

[@yaokuiakree]

The content is always entertaining and keeps me coming back. Never gonna say no to more Mengu.

[@dekaw9138]

As someone who only plays Arena I love the easy to understand format of these videos, that said I keep expecting someone to explain Pot of Greed

[@victormrocha92]

3:35 I lost everything here 🤣 Thanks! Made my day

[@TheThiccestChungus]

This was brutal! Even though it didn't make it to the finals, it would be fun to see jund midrange vs rakdos scam at some point. The two midrange decks a decade apart.

[@neminem233]

That first game was absolutely hilarious. One of the silliest games I've seen in a while. Just plain ridiculous

[@chazzanschutz6096]

Especially after a mull to 5... just filthy.

[@GraemeGunn]

3:40 LMAO NO WAY! And then Thoralf says "good game, see you next week" amazing

[@DrSiddha]

Mengu's style!! Love to see him making content with you guys

[@SomeOfTheJuice]

Holy crap, that turn one in game three! That was absolutely insane!

[@ColorwaveCraftsCo]

Always love videos with Andrea in them. ❤ I definitely understand why everyone hated playing against that Eldrazi deck.

[@kaalesrex2933]

ah yes .. 3x turn 1 2/2 .. fair and honest magic, like Richard Garfield intended ^^ love the series .. keep up the good works .. just wanted to add .. your cuts are getting better and better.. noticed an improvement in the last couple of videos you made and just wanted to say it's very good

[@CardmarketMagic]

Thabk you :)

[@waves-]

Incredible showing from the eldrazi deck!

[@evemhughes]

Best series on youtube

[@dustinaug4994]

Keep bringing back Andrea! He is very fun to watch play magic and has a great attitude :D

[@KnucklesGum]

Wow, what an unbelievable first game!

[@Korwinga]

Thoralf just completely losing it cracked me up good. Thank you for all of the great content you guys produce.

[@spidery7618]

These tournament videos are getting faster and faster, I mean the last two videos were absolute blowouts, my god 😂

[@Funkytrip73]

It is also broken decks against broken decks so the games get faster as well ;-)

[@JustsomeMTGplayer]

I HAVE BEEN WAITING FOR THIS 🎉🎉🎉

[@JFlynn1207]

I really like this kind of content - comparing magic decks relative power levels through time. Hitting the subscribe button f'sho

[@CardmarketMagic]

We'll do our best to make that sub worth it for you :)

[@Cesco01]

Thoralf either starts with a perfect hand, or top deck 😂 Great games anyways, looking forward for the last two matches. Keep it up!

[@eric.ingram]

Thoralf had me ROLLING in game 1. Almost cried when he said 'ggs' XD

[@Lightning_Lance]

This felt like a really fun, somewhat even matchup until game 3

[@kwesmo17]

I saw the lenght of the video and I thought "wow, that will be a fast 2-0" and not only was it 3 games, but it had a close one. Such a weird matchup. One of my closest friends got to the pro tour with eldrazi, and it's easy to see why, such a monster deck

[@kieranclarke6161]

This matchup is amazing these 2

[@mopanda81]

toralfs "topdecked a tks" dance at 3:03 is priceless

[@Illidandavid]

3:45 authentic footage from a PT finals

[@Darium856]

What a blood bath! Idk if it went as fast in person as it seemed to in this video but holy guacamole those two play quick. Mythic Champions for sure. My heart says that Mengu got that Maelstrom Pulse off on turn two 🥲 Top Deck Thoralf too good.

[@Rowan575]

Lets goo, semifinals already

[@HighLanderPonyYT]

Sweet matches! 12:23 "Looses"

[@fallnfaazazel7625]

I always watch if Andrea is on the channel 😉

[@AbstractMarcher]

The laughter after Thoralf revealed the 2nd TKS game 1 was great. It was such a fantastic moment. GG's Jund

[@chicopollo_yt]

Another good one!!

[@dangerdean9066]

Mengu's face during back to back Thought-Knot Seer! Priceless

[@tiresome20]

We love mengu and we love thoralf and most of all we love this series.. best series on KZbin

[@buberoini]

Go eldrazi!!! Im rooting for you!!

[@Michael.032]

Mengu in every veedeo isn't enough, we need two Mengus in each veedeo! (Also the video only being 16 minutes is insane; that match felt way longer than 16 min)

[@coddmodd]

Andrea! Andrea! Andrea! *OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO* Close game! Always a pleasure to watch.

[@V1nc3n7]

Thank you for another modern veedeo!

[@kenpachiyugioh1804]

Commenting to see more Andrea, as well as suggest getting more content creators involved if possible! I'd love to see Pleasant Kenobi, ThrabenU, or Bosh n Roll on the channel!

[@CardmarketMagic]

Content creators are very expensive 💰💰💰 we can only invite them sometimes. We are inviting Pleasant Kenobi over again in a month though :)

[@chickennoodles4491]

Andrea’s face when the second thought knot seer was cast was priceless

[@seantracy6452]

Love seeing Andrea 😊