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MTG Astral Slide: The Infinite Combo That Banned Itself? Deck tech videos and discussion threads keep shining a light on this infamous combo.
MTG Astral Slide: The Infinite Combo That Banned Itself? is/are a banned blue-red combo. It uses Astral Slide and Reservoir to copy and replay spells endlessly. Studies indicate research shows this engine pushed power levels far too high for fair play.
How the Combo Loops You trigger Astral Slide to copy Reservoir. Copies stack, creating infinite mana and combo pieces. This snowball locks out interacting players unless banned.
Why It Still Matters Even off the legal list, the idea tests deck building limits. You see similar ideas in casual and Commander formats.
Quick Takeaway Understanding these broken engines helps you spot power spikes in any format.
FAQ
Q How do Astral Slide and Reservoir work together?
Astral Slide copies Reservoir on use, creating more copies that repeat the process.
Q Is Astral Slide used in competitive formats now?
No, it remains banned in most constructed formats due to the infinite combo.
