When we are losing a matchup before sideboarding, its extremely important to identify why we are losing these games
The ability that defines Squawkroaster's power applies in all zones, not just the battlefield
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(Frustrating the opponent with a Teflon life total is just as much board control as it is mind games; you are subtly influencing how they play what they play, and as irritated as life-gain and damage prevention makes some players, theyre bound to start making mistakes
Turns out a lot of the time that is all you really need
The fact that these cards, which are Saga enchantment creatures in the set, use counters themselves made it even more of a perfect fit