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This strategy is by far the most simple but effective deck of 2024, and it will likely linger in the meta for at least another year, as it does not rotate out of the format until 2026

Liesa, Shroud of Dusk can also shut down decks that monopolize game time by punishing players looking to cast their entire deck in one turn

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It's a bit too slow for Eternal Constructed formats these days, but it still shows up occasionally in fringe builds that want to lock out the table

Spot removal (for creatures and non-creature permanents) and sweepers make sure you keep your opponents in check