Archived Analysis

Pauper's got a pulse, and the data says it's beating strong! The Final Health Index sits at a solid 78.8, so overall, we're in a good spot, but let's dive into the details.

The metagame shows decent diversity, with a Metagame Diversity Score of 76.0 and an Archetype Distribution Score of 87.8. These numbers tell us that while a few decks are popular, there's still room for innovation. The B&R Health Score of 70.0 indicates some pressure in this area, and this may be related to discussions happening in the community. Player Growth is through the roof at 95.9, and Event Growth at 86.3 shows that people are playing both on MTGO and in paper more than ever, and this is the real indicator of health for the format.

Mono Blue Aggro is the big dog at 17.3%, followed by Affinity and Burn, both at 8%. Red Deck Wins, Jund, and Rakdos Aggro are also putting up numbers, at 6%, 5% and 5% respectively. These are your decks to beat right now. Aggro strategies represent 69.4% of the field, so pack your removal!

According to Reddit, Tolarian Terror is causing a stir. The community's pointing fingers at its power level, suggesting it might be too efficient. Some players are even calling for a ban. But the B&R announcement held off on changes to High Tide to gather more data. It's clear the format is in a state of change. Players are actively trying new tech and strategies, specifically more aggressive strategies. The recent B&R decision to not ban any cards shows a cautious approach, indicating confidence that the format can adapt, so now is the time to come up with new strategies to beat the big decks.