The article discusses the impact of power creep on MTG cards in 2023, particularly in the new Timeless format on MTG Arena. It highlights the dominance of the One Rings and Bowmasters in the format, overshadowing fan-favorite cards like Snapcaster Mage and Tarmogoyf. Despite this, a player managed to top four a recent Modern Challenge with a new take on the Rakdos Scam strategy, which was affected by the recent banlist removal of Fury from the format. The article then introduces the Golgari Scam deck, piloted by Magic Online player AlbertoSD, which utilizes Endurance, Tarmogoyf, and Glissa Sunslayer to make waves in the format. The deck also features powerful removal options and threats, such as Maelstrom Pulse, Assassin’s Trophy, Force of Vigor, Tear Asunder, Grist, the Hunger Tide, and Glissa, Sunslayer. However, the article also discusses the weaknesses of the Golgari Scam deck, particularly in comparison to the Rakdos Scam deck, and the potential for the new deck to become a true metagame contender. Overall, the article provides an in-depth analysis of the Golgari Scam deck and its impact on the MTG Modern format.
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