Pioneer · Matchup Guide

mono-red-prowess vs orzhov-greasefang

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

mono-red-prowess

42.0%

Unfavored

Win rate

orzhov-greasefang

58.0%

Favored

Win rate

Sample Size

90

Matches tracked

Strategic Overview

Orzhov Greasefang aims to quickly reanimate Parhelion II with Greasefang, creating a powerful board presence. Mono-Red Prowess must apply early pressure and disrupt the combo with removal spells. Prioritize removal for Greasefang and keep pressure on the opponent to prevent them from stabilizing.

Key Cards in This Matchup

Greasefang, Okiba BossParhelion IIFatal Push

mono-red-prowess Sideboard Plan

+ Bring In

Fry
Rending Volley
Abrade

− Take Out

Light Up the Stage
Reckless Impulse
Kumano Faces Kakkazan

Add instant-speed removal to deal with Greasefang before it can reanimate Parhelion II. Remove slower card draw spells to focus on maintaining tempo and pressure.

orzhov-greasefang Sideboard Plan

+ Bring In

Thoughtseize
Fatal Push
Duress

− Take Out

Liliana of the Veil
Liliana, Waker of the Dead
Sorin, Vengeful Bloodlord

Bring in discard spells to disrupt Mono-Red's hand and additional removal to handle early threats. Remove slower planeswalkers that are less effective against aggressive strategies.

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