Overview:

This Neyali, Suns' Vanguard deck is a focused Boros token swarm strategy that leverages aggressive token generation, combat synergies, and multiple extra combat effects. While primarily a go-wide combat deck, it contains several explosive combo lines and powerful stax elements through Elesh Norn, Grand Cenobite. The deck operates at mid-power casual tables but can threaten wins through token overrun or infinite combat loops.

Primer:

Core Strategy:
Deploy token generators (Anim Pakal, Myrel, Shield of Argive) while doubling output with Mondrak, Glory Dominus/Anointed Procession. Use Neyali's attack trigger for card advantage and cast exiled spells for free. Win through:

1. Combat overrun with pumped tokens (Cathars' Crusade, Moonshaker Cavalry)
2. ETB damage from Purphoros, God of the Forge/Impact Tremors
3. Infinite combat loops via Splinter Twin + Combat Celebrant/Port Razer
4. Stax lock with Elesh Norn, Grand Cenobite + token swarm

Key Lines:

• T3 Anointed Procession into T4 Myrel, Shield of Argive creates 8+ tokens on first attack
• Splinter Twin on Combat Celebrant generates infinite combat phases
• Phyrexian Altar + Mondrak + Finale of Glory creates exponential mana/tokens

Mulligan Priorities:

1. 2-3 lands with red/white sources
2. Early token generator (Kher Keep, Horn of Gondor)
3. Protection (Flawless Maneuver, Teferi's Protection) if holding key pieces

Weaknesses:

Critical:

• Relies on easily removed combo enablers (Splinter Twin/Combat Celebrant have no inherent protection)
• Weak to Cursed Totem/Torpor Orb effects disabling key triggers

Moderate:

• Slow recovery from board wipes despite indestructible effects
• Limited graveyard recursion for key pieces

Minor:

• Vulnerable to flying blockers without Akroma's Will
• Reliant on commander for card advantage

Most Important Cards:

• Anointed Procession
• Mondrak, Glory Dominus
• Purphoros, God of the Forge
• Splinter Twin
• Combat Celebrant
• Elesh Norn, Grand Cenobite
• Impact Tremors
• Moonshaker Cavalry
• Phyrexian Altar
• Warleader's Call

Attribute Ratings:

Speed: 7/10
Can execute T4 kills with perfect draws (Splinter Twin combo), but typically threatens wins T6-8 through combat or ETB damage.

Resilience: 5/10
Moderate protection (4 indestructible effects, 2 phasing spells) but combos lack redundancy. Folds to early stax pieces.

Consistency: 6/10
10 token generators and 4 doublers provide redundancy, but only 3 tutors (Enlightened Tutor, Urza's Saga, Godo, Bandit Warlord).

Interaction: 5/10
12 targeted removal spells and 4 board wipes, but lacks free counterspells. Reactive answers are cost-efficient but limited.

Rating Justification:

The deck sits between Rubric 6.0 (Focused) and 6.5 (Optimized). It has:

• T6-7 goldfish potential matching 6.5 speed
• Interaction density below 6.0 expectations
• Lacks cEDH-level fast mana/protection
• Combos require 3+ cards for infinite combat
• Outperforms casual tables but folds to tuned interaction

Power level: 6.0 - 6.5