Modern · Matchup Guide

eldrazi-tron vs boros-energy

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

eldrazi-tron

37.6%

Unfavored

Win rate

boros-energy

62.4%

Favored

Win rate

Sample Size

241

Matches tracked

Strategic Overview

Boros Energy aims to outpace Eldrazi Tron with efficient removal and quick threats. Focus on maintaining tempo with removal spells to handle Eldrazi creatures, while leveraging energy synergies to maximize value. Eldrazi Tron should aim to disrupt Boros Energy's game plan with Thought-Knot Seer and Chalice of the Void, while deploying large threats to pressure their life total.

Key Cards in This Matchup

Harnessed LightningChandra, Torch of DefianceThought-Knot Seer

eldrazi-tron Sideboard Plan

+ Bring In

Chalice of the Void
Dismember
Ratchet Bomb

− Take Out

Walking Ballista
Endbringer
Karn Liberated

Chalice of the Void on one can be devastating against Boros Energy's low-cost spells. Dismember helps deal with early threats, and Ratchet Bomb can clear tokens and low-cost permanents.

boros-energy Sideboard Plan

+ Bring In

Wear // Tear
Rest in Peace
Pithing Needle

− Take Out

Shock
Lightning Strike
Aether Hub

Bring in Wear // Tear to handle Chalice of the Void and other artifacts. Rest in Peace can disrupt any graveyard interactions, and Pithing Needle can shut down problematic Eldrazi abilities.

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