Braids, Cabal Minion
Timeline
- - Released
- - Status changed to Banned as Commander in Commander
- - Status changed to Banned in Commander
- - Status changed to Banned in Oathbreaker
- - Status changed to Unbanned in Oathbreaker
- - Status changed to Game Changers in Commander
Rationale
Braids, Cabal Minion was designated banned in the Commander format in 2009 because its ability to establish a persistent game lock and define the game state was deemed contrary to the format's intended play pattern. Subsequent reviews continued to flag the card for creating "unfun" gameplay where the game revolved around a single card. In a later ruling, the card was unbanned, with the rationale citing several changes in the format. The panel determined that the general increase in efficiency among Commander decks, coupled with the availability of targeted removal spells and better player communication during pregame discussions, has mitigated the risks of the card causing an unavoidable and frustrating lock, thereby making its inclusion acceptable.
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