Warmer in Winter: Moving On from Iyslander Stormbind
The last of the Elemental heroes, Iyslander Stormbind ascends to Living Legend just as December arrives. How do you move on from the snowy strategies of the winter wizard?
As the meta finally thaws, Iyslander is left searching for a new path forward - but the Ice Wizard already has all the tools she needs.
by: Daniel Bellotti
1 year ago
A narrow definition of Iyslander has dominated since Wounded Bull saw its resurgence. This deck explores another avenue, built around the Isenhowl Weathervane.
by: Daniel Bellotti
1 year ago
Since Uprising elevated her status, Iyslander has reshaped the meta around her icy presence. While top tier builds require steep investments, it's entirely feasible to get results from a budget build, and to build up from there. Rhea takes you every step of the way.
by: Rhea Adams & Will Reinhardt
1 year ago
Clay explains the theory behind Michael Hamilton's Worlds-winning deck and shows you how to put it to use in your own play
by: Mark Chamberlain & Clay DeAngelis
2 years ago
In a surprising turn of events, Michael Hamilton rode a Wounded Bull to victory at the US Nationals. Go in depth with the strategy and matchups of this unexpected Iyslander deck.
by: Mark Chamberlain & Michael Hamilton
2 years ago
Uprising gave us a closer look at the fiery region of Volcor, and with Dynasty just a few months away, tensions within the region are reaching a boiling point- a volcano ready to burst and wash away everything in its path of destruction.
by: Kale Brenzi
2 years ago
Rhea Adams sets out on an icy path from the Bleak Expanse to Nationals, seeing strong prospects for the Elemental Wizard.
by: Mark Chamberlain & Rhea Adams
2 years ago
Combining arcane damage with icy control, Iyslander brings a dynamic playstyle to the table. Learn the basics of the Elemental Wizard, from fusions to frostbite to freeze.
by: Shahmir Samee
2 years ago
The Uprising has arrived, and with it a lonely frost mage has been caught in the crossfire! Check out these week one decklists for Iyslander, Stormbind in Classic Constructed.
by: Steven Young
2 years ago
If you- like me- are a limited aficionado and are planning to slay pre-release and Road to Nationals, then you want to get acquainted with the format right now.
by: Tyler Horspool
2 years ago
The new banned and restricted announcement has made waves in the blitz scene, with the Runeblades and Kano being knocked down a peg. But Iyslander was caught in the collateral damage. How do these bans impact her, and how can she perform in the micro-meta before Uprising?
by: Steven Young
2 years ago
Korshem's current reputation is eclipsed by the impact of the other landmark, the Great Library of Solana. But Korshem has potential waiting to be tapped.
by: Alex Truell & Mark Chamberlain
2 years ago
Steven Young has been brushing away the snow to uncover the strategies of Iyslander- and has found a promising direction that's nothing like the Wizard decks we've experienced to date.
by: Steven Young & Mark Chamberlain
2 years ago