Commander · Matchup Guide

kefka-court-mage vs ureni-of-the-unwritten

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

kefka-court-mage

50.2%

Even

Win rate

ureni-of-the-unwritten

49.8%

Even

Win rate

Sample Size

20

Matches tracked

Strategic Overview

Kefka, Court Mage aims to control the board with counterspells and card draw, while Ureni of the Unwritten focuses on ramping and overwhelming with large creatures. Kefka should prioritize maintaining control over Ureni's key spells and creatures, while Ureni should aim to resolve threats that can survive Kefka's removal and counter magic.

Key Cards in This Matchup

CounterspellCyclonic RiftRhystic Study

kefka-court-mage Sideboard Plan

+ Bring In

Swan Song
Negate
Pact of Negation

− Take Out

Mana Leak
Essence Scatter
Arcane Denial

Focus on countering Ureni's non-creature spells and protecting your own board state. Swan Song and Negate are efficient against ramp spells and enchantments.

ureni-of-the-unwritten Sideboard Plan

+ Bring In

Veil of Summer
Heroic Intervention
Autumn's Veil

− Take Out

Cultivate
Kodama's Reach
Explosive Vegetation

Protect your threats from Kefka's counterspells and removal. Veil of Summer and Heroic Intervention can help ensure your key spells resolve and survive.

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