Commander · Matchup Guide

grand-arbiter-augustin-iv vs kefka-court-mage

Sideboard plans, win rates, and key tactical decisions for Commander.

grand-arbiter-augustin-iv

49.9%

Even

Win rate

kefka-court-mage

50.1%

Even

Win rate

Sample Size

20

Matches tracked

Strategic Overview

Kefka, Court Mage aims to leverage tempo and card advantage through spells and abilities, while Grand Arbiter Augustin IV seeks to control the game with taxation and counterspells. Focus on maintaining a steady flow of resources and countering key threats from the opponent.

Key Cards in This Matchup

CounterspellRhystic StudyCyclonic Rift

grand-arbiter-augustin-iv Sideboard Plan

+ Bring In

Dovin's Veto
Mana Leak
Supreme Verdict

− Take Out

High-cost enchantments
Slow win conditions
Narrow removal

Focus on maintaining control over the board state and countering Kefka's tempo plays. Supreme Verdict can help reset the board if Kefka gains too much momentum.

kefka-court-mage Sideboard Plan

+ Bring In

Negate
Dispel
Mystical Dispute

− Take Out

High-cost spells
Non-essential creatures
Situational enchantments

Prioritize keeping your mana curve low to counteract the tax effects and ensure you can cast spells efficiently.

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