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Modern Horizons 3 (MH3) is poised to shake things up in MTG Arena, bringing both potential excitement and challenges:
Fresh Blood for Historic and Timeless:
New Archetypes: MH3 injects a massive pool of new cards, likely sparking innovative deck creations for the Historic and Timeless formats. This could lead to a more diverse and interesting metagame.
Reprint Powerhouses: The set boasts reprints of powerful cards, potentially making established decks in Historic even stronger. This could create an environment where a few dominant decks reign.
Accessibility and Cost:
Fetchland Frenzy: The return of the Allied Fetchlands (staples in many formats) might increase their accessibility in Arena, potentially lowering their cost and making Modern decks more affordable to build.
Wildcards or Bust: For players without enough wildcards, acquiring the new MH3 staples might be a grind. This could create a have-and-have-nots situation.
Overall Impact:
Shifting Sands: The true impact depends on the specific cards revealed. Some might be format-warping bombs, while others could see niche play.
A Thriving Arena?: If MH3 injects excitement and fosters a healthy metagame, Arena player engagement could see a boost. However, if the power level becomes unbalanced, frustration might set in.
Stay tuned! The release of MH3 and its metamorphosis of Arena’s formats will be closely watched by players and developers alike.
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Really great overview of its place in Arena, the mechanics, and how to think about it. I appreciate your perspective!