Standard · Matchup Guide

izzet-prowess vs 4c-ouroboroid

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

izzet-prowess

62.5%

Favored

Win rate

4c-ouroboroid

37.5%

Unfavored

Win rate

Sample Size

192

Matches tracked

Strategic Overview

Izzet Prowess aims to apply early pressure with cheap threats and protect them with counterspells, while 4c Ouroboroid seeks to stabilize and outvalue with powerful multicolor spells. Izzet should focus on speed and disruption, while Ouroboroid should prioritize removal and card advantage to outlast the aggression.

Key Cards in This Matchup

Monastery SwiftspearExpressive IterationLightning Bolt

izzet-prowess Sideboard Plan

+ Bring In

Spell Pierce
Mystical Dispute
Fry

− Take Out

Opt
Consider
Wizard's Lightning

Bring in counterspells to disrupt their key spells and Fry for their multicolor threats. Cut some of the less impactful card draw and damage spells.

4c-ouroboroid Sideboard Plan

+ Bring In

Fatal Push
Abrupt Decay
Veil of Summer

− Take Out

Teferi, Time Raveler
Omnath, Locus of Creation
Growth Spiral

Focus on early removal to manage their fast threats and Veil of Summer to protect against counterspells. Trim some of the slower, more expensive cards.

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