Overview:

This Krenko, Mob Boss deck is a classic Goblin tribal build focused on explosive token generation and overwhelming combat damage. The commander serves as the linchpin, exponentially increasing Goblin production each turn. The strategy leverages low-cost Goblins, token doublers, and anthem effects to create massive armies, supported by direct damage outlets like Impact Tremors and Goblin War Strike. A secondary infinite combo with Skirk Prospector and Staff of Domination enables instant-speed wins, while cards like Aggravated Assault and Insurrection provide alternative finishers. Krenko’s fragility to removal and reliance on board presence define the deck’s vulnerabilities.

Primer:

Core Strategy Execution:

1. Early Setup (Turns 1-3): Deploy mana accelerants (Sol Ring, Skirk Prospector, Ruby Medallion) and token generators (Dragon Fodder, Goblin Offensive). Prioritize casting Krenko by Turn 3-4 using ramp.
2. Token Explosion (Turns 4-6): Activate Krenko’s ability repeatedly to flood the board. Use cost reducers (Goblin Warchief, Ruby Medallion) and anthem effects (Shared Animosity, Goblin King) to amplify threats.
3. Win Conditions:
   • Combat Overkill: Swing with 20+ Goblins boosted by Ferocity of the Wilds or Quest for the Goblin Lord.
   • Infinite Combo: With Krenko and 3+ Goblins, use Skirk Prospector to sacrifice tokens for mana, then untap Krenko infinitely with Staff of Domination to create infinite Goblins and mana. Finish with Impact Tremors or Goblin War Strike.
   • Alternate Combats: Aggravated Assault enables multiple attack phases.

Mulligan Priorities:

• Keep hands with Krenko, 2-3 lands, and at least one ramp/token generator.
• Prioritize Skirk Prospector or Goblin Matron to enable combos or tutor key pieces.
• Avoid hands without early plays or Krenko enablers.

Key Tips:

• Protect Krenko with Goblin Chirurgeon or haste enablers like Burst of Speed.
• Use Goblin Matron to fetch combo pieces (Skirk Prospector) or answers (Gempalm Incinerator).
• Brightstone Ritual can fuel explosive turns or combo finishers.

Weaknesses:

Critical

• Commander Dependency: Losing Krenko repeatedly halts token generation, and the deck lacks reliable recursion.
• Board Wipes: Blasphemous Act or Damnation resets the board with minimal recovery tools.
• Anti-Token Tech: Cursed Totem or Torpor Orb shuts down Krenko’s activated ability and ETB synergies.

Moderate

• Artifact/Enchantment Removal: The Great Henge or Staff of Domination are key combo pieces with limited protection.
• Stack Interaction: Minimal counterspells or protection against targeted removal (e.g., Swords to Plowshares).

Minor

• Mana Constraints: Relies on fragile mana rocks and lacks land-based ramp beyond basics.
• Flying Threats: Limited answers to evasive creatures outside Goblin Sky Raider.

Most Important Cards:

• Krenko, Mob Boss (Token engine)
• Skirk Prospector (Combo enabler, mana acceleration)
• Staff of Domination (Infinite combo piece)
• Goblin Matron (Tutor for key Goblins)
• Impact Tremors (Direct damage wincon)
• Shared Animosity (Anthem effect for lethal swings)
• Aggravated Assault (Multiple combat phases)
• Brightstone Ritual (Mana burst for combos)
• Ruby Medallion (Cost reduction for critical mass)
• Insurrection (Game-ending theft effect)

Attribute Ratings:

Speed: 6/10

• Can threaten wins via combat or combo by Turn 5-7, but lacks fast mana (e.g., Mana Crypt) for earlier explosive starts.

Resilience: 4/10

• Heavily reliant on Krenko and board presence; minimal recursion or protection outside Goblin Chirurgeon.

Consistency: 6/10

• Multiple token generators and tutors (Goblin Matron), but limited card draw to recover from setbacks.

Interaction: 3/10

• Focused on board control (Chaos Warp, Lightning Bolt) but lacks stack interaction or stax pieces.

Rating Justification:

This deck’s explosive token generation and combo potential align with Optimized Casual tiers, but its reliance on Krenko and vulnerability to disruption cap its ceiling. While capable of T6-8 wins, it struggles against interaction-heavy metas.

Power level: 5.0 - 5.5