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"Laugh-Tilting EDH Decks: Funny Themes for Epic Gaming"

By Daniel Miller
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Embarking on a comedic journey in the world of Commander (or EDH) can be an absolute riot, as humor transcends board strategies and brings players together.nothing killer, nothing funny, but just the right amount of chuckles to lighten the burden of high-stakes game faces.

Creating funny EDH deck themes isn't just about picking cards that make you laugh out loud; it's about crafting a narrative, a story that unfolds as the game progresses. From hilarious creature names to absurdly powerful effects, there's a wealth of humor hiding in the most unexpected corners of Magic: The Gathering.

Absurdly Large Creatures

Starting small and building gigantic is part of EDH's charm. But why not take that concept to the next level by channeling your inner Jim Carrey and embracing the absurd?

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a card with an image of a bird on it's back and the words destroy target artifact with a mama ability
a card with an image of a bird on it's back and the words destroy target artifact with a mama ability
a card with an image of a man sitting on top of a rock formation and holding his hands in the air
a card with an image of a man sitting on top of a rock formation and holding his hands in the air
MTG Deck: single target removal
MTG Deck: single target removal

Considerотик from Ixalan, a 6/6 monstrosity with haste for just six mana. The mere thought of a dinosaur leisurely pacing towards your opponent's life total is enough to induce a giggle fit.

Tokens of Fun

What's funnier than spawning an endless horde of joke-worthy creatures? Cards like tokens and’armée in Magic origins offer a multitude of token creatures perfect for any comedian's EDH deck.

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a card with an image of bob ross
a card with an image of a person holding a book in front of him and the text underneath it
a card with an image of a person holding a book in front of him and the text underneath it
a card with an image of a giant creature in the middle of it's frame
a card with an image of a giant creature in the middle of it's frame

Imagine wiring in Chemister's Insight to churn out blue token creatures alongside, say, a Prophet of Kruphix for infinite tokens. Now, who's ready for a "token" argument?

Fat Bribes

Who says large creatures need to be threatening? Why not make your opponents an offer they can't refuse, with open palms and a cheeky grin?

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Cards like Vizz Professor of Whup-Ass and Hollow One can generate absurd amounts of mana, fueling enough big butts to have your opponents crying "uncle!" or perhaps "uncle sized!"

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The Drinking Ninja on X
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a hand holding up a card with an image of a strange creature on the front
a card with two men on it and one man laying down in front of him
a card with two men on it and one man laying down in front of him
an image of some character cards for the game
an image of some character cards for the game
a card with an image of a woman holding flowers in her hand and the caption reads, kiki, night's flower
a card with an image of a woman holding flowers in her hand and the caption reads, kiki, night's flower

Themed Laughs: Joke-Based Decks

Taking a cue from internet memes, theming your EDH deck around a particular joke or meme can be a hilarious way to face off against your friends. Just remember to keep your jokes fresh, original, and at least a little funny.

For example, consider a "Blue and Orange" deck, where every card has a "blue" (funny) or "orange" (absurd) name. Suddenly, casting cards like Anax, Hardened in the Forge feels like a never-ending comedy skit.

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Blue Decks

Take your love for comedic named cards to the next level with a serious, hardcore blue deck. Channel your inner Vexing Devil, committing to a high-tempo, laugh-fueled strategy that leaves your opponents shaking their heads (perhaps in laughter, perhaps in disbelief).

Archetypes and Themes
Archetypes and Themes
Riddles, Dungeons And Dragons, Funny Memes, Memes, Funny
Riddles, Dungeons And Dragons, Funny Memes, Memes, Funny
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Looking Back at the Secret Lairs of 2022, Part One
a card with an image of a woman singing into a microphone and the caption says wake up
a card with an image of a woman singing into a microphone and the caption says wake up
Gnome Token
Gnome Token
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there is a sign that says wizards are prohibited you know what you did
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a card from the game smothering time with an image of a cartoon character on it
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an image of a cartoon character with text that reads, ok that's it i'm going to say it unexpected item in bagging area
Cemetery Puca (Card) | EDHREC
Cemetery Puca (Card) | EDHREC
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two cartoon characters sitting at a table with food and drinks in front of them, one is talking to the other
Fun MTG Deck Ideas and Themes to Inspire You!
Fun MTG Deck Ideas and Themes to Inspire You!
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four different types of cards with some writing on them
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the tech deck logo with black and red paint splattered on it's side

Want a classic example? Try building a Teferi, Mage of Zhalfir deck with a heavy emphasis on counterspells, card draw, and *gasp* jokes. Ah, the felt-tipped horror of having your opponents stare at their hand, afraid to play a card, for fear of the next hilarious inflicted upon them.

Orange Decks

The absurd isn't just for tribal decks or meme magic; you can harness it for sheer chaos and unpredictability. Imagine a deck built entirely out of orange-named cards, like Felidar Guardian, founded solely on the joy of surprising your opponent with a sudden, unexpected victory. Funny, chaotic, and potentially frustrating, it's the hummingbird of Magic (the Gathering, that is).

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You could always go for a Bird tribal deck led by sicher, or the absurdly overpowered Hanna, Ship's Navigator. The possibilities are as endless as they are absurd.

Embracing the funny in your EDH decks isn't just about winning (though let's be real, we all want to be yours); it's about creating memorable experiences. So go ahead, channel your inner funnyman, and remember: the joy is in the hilarity, not the victory (okay, maybe a little in the victory).

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