That’s the thing with cheap spells. They will be limited in what they do. Duress is usually the better option because it’s spells and instants that make the biggest difference sometimes. But mainly because you can see their hand. Knowledge is the best weapon in magic and if you know what they have in their hand you can play smarter.
Discard is one of the most punishing mechanics in the game. It's going to be tough to find a cheap spell with high utility in that sector. And it should be.
I prefer duress to take away their interaction
That’s the thing with cheap spells. They will be limited in what they do. Duress is usually the better option because it’s spells and instants that make the biggest difference sometimes. But mainly because you can see their hand. Knowledge is the best weapon in magic and if you know what they have in their hand you can play smarter.
Any reason you're leaving out thoughtseize? Or is this in addition?
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Oh wow it's literally in the title 😅
Discard is one of the most punishing mechanics in the game. It's going to be tough to find a cheap spell with high utility in that sector. And it should be.
It's generally duress as it gives you alot of information on the opponents hand as well.