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Paul (Scarecrow1779) PDH RC @scarecrow1779.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

...Or are secret lairs the ONLY category that is being reconsidered? IF all of the above were viewed as legitimate sources of rarity shifts, I think that would mean that Arena-only and non-traditional cards (like the 30th anniversary gold border cards) would be the only remaining exceptions? (2/2)

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Paul (Scarecrow1779) PDH RC @scarecrow1779.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

@gavinverhey.bsky.social Hello! As in the past, Pauper Commander would like to stay aligned with the Pauper's definition of rarity. Does this reverse the PFP's previous stance on other similar carve outs, like local releases (Cursed Rack), promos, and promo-like products? (1/2)

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Paul (Scarecrow1779) PDH RC @scarecrow1779.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

What would "support for pauper commander" look like to you?

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Paul (Scarecrow1779) PDH RC @scarecrow1779.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

My toddlers throwing sticky, starchy rice on the floor requires I rinse. Otherwise, I think I prefer the un-rinsed texture most of the time

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pdh rc derek @pdhrcderek.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

for further clarity about how we handle card legalities currently for pdh, i would direct you here: pdhhomebase.com/updating-pdh...

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Updating PDH’s Framework – PDH Home Base

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Paul (Scarecrow1779) PDH RC @scarecrow1779.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

Here's his ruling (not legal). Thanks again for posting and asking the question, though! bsky.app/profile/gavi...

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Gavin Verhey @gavinverhey.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

Hi all! I've received many questions about the Zeta cards previewed today and their common rarity. These cards listed from SLZ (such as Baleful Strix, but there are more) will not change Pauper legality. Secret Lair reprints are not meant to impact Pauper. Thanks! #wotcstaff

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Rayne🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️🏴‍☠️ @nuclearrayne.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

@gavinverhey.bsky.social do Secret Lair printings count for Pauper Legality? Is Baleful Strix now a common?

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Paul (Scarecrow1779) PDH RC @scarecrow1779.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

Very curious to hear myself and was going to ping them if you didn't. As of 2 years ago, my understanding was that the PFP wasn't expecting secret lairs to ever downshift anything to common.

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Paul (Scarecrow1779) PDH RC @scarecrow1779.bsky.social · 22/08/2026

I'd like to think so, but it's an extremely fair deck, so if you have multiple opponents doing really powerful stuff, it's easy to fall behind. But if you have an opponent doing symmetrical burn or life drain (very popular) then it puts you in a really good spot to clean up after they get killed

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Paul (Scarecrow1779) PDH RC @scarecrow1779.bsky.social · 22/08/2026

I was on Rattleback Apothecary, so Relic was a crime engine for giving some mid-size beaters lifelink and/or menace

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Paul (Scarecrow1779) PDH RC @scarecrow1779.bsky.social · 22/08/2026

I got blown out by Zada in a small online cPDH event a few weeks ago. They stormed off on turn 5 and killed the table. It was even a meme build that plays a ton of walls as its initial creatures. Ironically, that meme fixes the deck's usual board wipe weakness and reduces losses to aggro decks.

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Paul (Scarecrow1779) PDH RC @scarecrow1779.bsky.social · 22/08/2026

Played against pauper Kirol a few weeks ago. It's cool to have a graveyard deck that shrugs off grave hate decently well. I had a turn 1 relic of progenitus against them and they managed to fight through it. Stopped the looping of Kami of False Hope, but never stopped Kirol in any meaningful way.

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William the Unstoppable 🦖 @toomuchdew.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

🎉 @thepdhpod.bsky.social Episode 216: Next Level Deckbuilding w/Scarecrow! hosts u/Alkadron @axxonottrix.bsky.social + @scarecrow1779.bsky.social (PDH RC, r/PauperEDH) revisit Deckbuilding Theories & Best Practices: Numbers-based strategy, Ramp, Removal, Consistency… open.spotify.com/episode/3qOW...

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Episode 216: Next Level Deckbuilding w/Scarecrow!

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William the Unstoppable 🦖 @toomuchdew.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

🌶️ @jalapenopaupers.bsky.social are bsky quiet, but have been killing it lately with 3 #MTGxMarvel edited #PauperCommander gameplay videos (latest w/ @kingdomstv.bsky.social) + @milesbadpoor.bsky.social @bernieravnicaguy.bsky.social shorts on Instagram: @jalapenopaupersmtg youtube.com/watch?v=RpiK...

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Powerful Marvel PDH Commanders!!!

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Paul (Scarecrow1779) PDH RC @scarecrow1779.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

Was just talking about this the other day with somebody. They went with the token aggro + anthems direction, while I went with burn + aristocrats. Such a versatile commander

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EDH.l.ove @edhlove.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

I'm going to be in Amsterdam for #magic_con. Is there anyone Planung to play #pdh?

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Paul (Scarecrow1779) PDH RC @scarecrow1779.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

Oh boy, two flash decks. I'm sure absolutely nothing bad will happen on peoples' end steps

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Paul (Scarecrow1779) PDH RC @scarecrow1779.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

I'd love to hear how it goes. I've got a 2-2 record with them this year, IIRC, but they haven't been my major focus

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Paul (Scarecrow1779) PDH RC @scarecrow1779.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

Commander showcase? Uhhh, the first 3 are what I've been playing in competitive pauper commander and the rest are just a few of the giveaway PDH decks I am building for MagicCon Atlanta.

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pdh rc derek @pdhrcderek.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

for all yall pauper commanders at vegas this weekend our very own @scarecrow1779.bsky.social and other pdh friends are gonna be gaming in the free play area by the pro tour all weekend. look for thr big ol pauper commander banner. here are some visual aides

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Paul (Scarecrow1779) PDH RC @scarecrow1779.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

I think we have better and stronger control options now, though, so shifting this towards consistently killing commanders and keeping people from being able to afford the tax could make more sense than my old version. (for example, we didn't have as many reanimation or edict effects back then)

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Paul (Scarecrow1779) PDH RC @scarecrow1779.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

When I was messing with it (maybe 4 years ago?) I couldn't get it to work as a lock-out deck. Most of the time it just handed the game to the green player or the player that could consistently draw new lands, since I couldn't heavily impact lands til people had already had a chance to start ramping.

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pdh rc derek @pdhrcderek.bsky.social · 02/01/2026

everyone it is now JANUARY 1ST and in pdh world that means its time to break the rules for an entire month until February rears its ugly head. this time? were wanting yall to play with lessons and learnboards. check out the press release here and go run wild and free pdhhomebase.com/rule-break-m...

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Rule-Break-Month 3 – PDH Home Base

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The PDH Pod @thepdhpod.bsky.social · 24/12/2025

Are you ready for THREE HOURS of the best and worst 2025 had to offer the Pauper Commander format!? Buckle up and fix yourself some adult beverages because it's a long one! 🥂🎄 #pdh #paupercommander #mtgpedh open.spotify.com/episode/7A75...

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Episode 183: The 2025 Yargle Awards!

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Paul (Scarecrow1779) PDH RC @scarecrow1779.bsky.social · 21/12/2025

Sorry had the Canlander and PDH Facebook numbers mixed up. Canlander is a little larger on Facebook. 2.3k members vs PDH's 1.9k. I went and looked at the online communities just now and compiled these totals, though, to update my own perception of format size.

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Paul (Scarecrow1779) PDH RC @scarecrow1779.bsky.social · 21/12/2025

I think the clear forerunners are: - Dandan for a boardgame-style format - Canlander for 1v1 - Pauper Commander for 4-player PDH has the largest presence on reddit and facebook. Canlander is biggest on discord and has the longest history. Dandan variants are frequently brought to cons and LGSs.

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Paul (Scarecrow1779) PDH RC @scarecrow1779.bsky.social · 21/12/2025

For UB, Inkfathom Witch can do unique things with unblockable 1/1s and creatures that tap to deal 1 damage to any target (because you can turn your opponents' attackers into 4/1s). Alternatively, Taigam is a good way to mix control and self mill (and wrap in a reanimator package for your win con).

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Paul (Scarecrow1779) PDH RC @scarecrow1779.bsky.social · 18/12/2025

Glad to see TNT is back up and running with their PDH deck techs!

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Paul (Scarecrow1779) PDH RC @scarecrow1779.bsky.social · 26/11/2025

No worries, I still enjoyed the name and concept XD

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Paul (Scarecrow1779) PDH RC @scarecrow1779.bsky.social · 26/11/2025

What's the rule zero aspect? Do you play it into PDH tables or EDH tables?

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Paul (Scarecrow1779) PDH RC @scarecrow1779.bsky.social · 26/11/2025

Yeah, I think Sniffhow is one of the very few actually playing casual Malcolm/Breeches anymore XD

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Paul (Scarecrow1779) PDH RC @scarecrow1779.bsky.social · 25/11/2025

Curious if pauper commander players still play Malcolm/Breeches casually or not. Used to be a lot of people playing combat and theft themes, but I mostly hear about combo or storm builds these days. Made a poll and would love to hear about how your Malcolm/Breeches PDH decks win!

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How do you play Malcolm/Breeches? - StrawPoll

What is your opinion? Vote now: I mostly focus on infinite combos or storm turns, I mostly focus on combat and/or burn, but sometimes win through combo/storm., I have some combo piec

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The PDH Portal @thepdhportal.bsky.social · 08/10/2025

The Spider-Man set was... a set 😬 but it gave us a sweet PDH commander in Green Goblin, Revenant! The plan: use Blood Tokens & Madness for value, then attack with the Goblin to draw a massive new hand. Full breakdown in the video! 👇 youtu.be/Dn4pMAZD-xc #PDH #MTG #PauperCommander #DeckTech

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Goblin' All These Discards | A PDH Deck Tech

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Zach. @farnorthzach.bsky.social · 17/09/2025

PAUPER cEDH!? Such a sick format. We’re joined by Clay from cPDH.guide and the PRH RC for this one!

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Competitive Pauper EDH is BACK and better than ever! cPDH with Clay from cPDH Guide and the PDH RC!

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PDHPals @pdhpals.bsky.social · 15/09/2025

It's here! The newest MtG set is causing quite a controversy and more than half the community is divided on if anyone likes or even wants it. But ignore all that because we're just here to talk about how it affects Pauper commander. Let us know your thoughts! www.youtube.com/watch?v=a2rM...

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Marvel's Spider-Man Pauper Commander Set Review with the PDH Pals!

YouTube video by PDH Pals

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EDHREC @edhrec.com · 16/09/2025

Alejandro recreates his first deck in Pauper form, by replacing an Insectoid Death Cultist with a very cute, but hungry, Ravenous Squirrel. #EDH #Commander #pEDH #Pauper

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Ravenous Squirrel Pauper Commander Deck Tech | EDHREC

Alejandro recreates his first deck in Pauper form, by replacing an Insectoid Death Cultist with a very cute, but hungry, Ravenous Squirrel.

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The Planesrunner @theplanesrunner.bsky.social · 23/06/2025

Did you miss last nights PDH Stream with @nuclearrayne.bsky.social? Well, the VOD is available now on YouTube. If you like PDH Content, make sure you like and subscribe to keep in the loop and maybe leave a comment on which PDH commanders you'd like to see next youtube.com/live/ItRhDOR...

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NO RARES ALLOWED PDH LIVE STREAM WITH NUCLEAR RAYNE! Shoa Jun VS Soulherder VS Zoyowa VS Black Waltz

YouTube video by Brazen Coalition Games

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The Planesrunner @theplanesrunner.bsky.social · 22/06/2025

Now then Scallywags its stream day, unfortunately @emmapartlow.com has had some technical issues & the gremlins have prevented her from joining us today, however, like the hero they are @nuclearrayne.bsky.social has jumped in at the last second to save the day. Links Below

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Chronomagistrate / Anil @chronomagistrate.bsky.social · 22/06/2025

Tonight on BCG! It's Pauper EDH Night as John, Joe & myself are joined by @nuclearrayne.bsky.social to shuffle up with not a rare card in sight (technically). Join us at 7pm as I dip into one of my rarely played colour combos, with an Izzet Assassin at the helm... twitch.tv/brazencoalitiongames

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pdh rc derek @pdhrcderek.bsky.social · 21/06/2025

ok pdh heads to answer your BURNING QUESTION: yes we are going to be porting this rules changes to pdh. uncommon vehicles are going to be legal commanders with the release of edge of eternities therell be a more official looking announcement to come but just want to get ahead of the speculation

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Paul (Scarecrow1779) PDH RC @scarecrow1779.bsky.social · 20/06/2025

Yeah, Mirrodin, Affinity, and Broodstar were what got me into Magic!

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Paul (Scarecrow1779) PDH RC @scarecrow1779.bsky.social · 20/06/2025

Oh yeah, Pauper Commander opens up a whole different card pool, with all kinds of weird stuff. Hence Ethersworn Sphinx being one of my favorites. That's not a design you'd see for a legendary.

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Paul (Scarecrow1779) PDH RC @scarecrow1779.bsky.social · 20/06/2025

The rubber bands are all ones I am willing to give away, and many of them were built out of my bulk. The sleeves would be nearly as expensive as some of the decks 🤷‍♂️

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Paul (Scarecrow1779) PDH RC @scarecrow1779.bsky.social · 20/06/2025

Top 5 is hard, since I bounce around like crazy. Best known for: Vizkopa Guildmage Ethersworn Sphinx Savage Ventmaw Other commanders I advocate for: Maverick Thopterist Wingmantle Chaplain Winding Constrictor Pet decks: Drumhunter Feywild Caretaker Satyr Enchanter Mad Ratter Gorex

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PDHPals @pdhpals.bsky.social · 20/06/2025

PALS ARE CREATORS UP IN VEGAS! We're still Tarkir Ambassadors so come find us tomorrow and play with some Pauper Commander Dragonstorm decks!

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Paul (Scarecrow1779) PDH RC @scarecrow1779.bsky.social · 20/06/2025

Finally got all 38 of my Pauper EDH decks organized and packed for Vegas! Yall don't think I went overboard, do you? Anyway, come find me at the PDH banner in the command zone or free play areas, and jam some games! Got plenty to loan out, too!

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Paul (Scarecrow1779) PDH RC @scarecrow1779.bsky.social · 16/06/2025

Agreed. I've been staring at Akiri for a while, thinking she could make a great competitive midrange deck. Meanwhile, there's at least tens of different equipment decks that all feel very different to play in mid-power. Some aggro powerhouses, some packing recursion engines, etc

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