Standard: Aggro dominance hurting format diversity

Standard is in a state of flux, folks. Our Final Health Index clocks in at 62.3, suggesting the format is decent, but definitely has room for improvement. The recent B&R changes show the format is in dire need of diversity, which is the main point of focus right now.

Let's break down the numbers. Metagame Diversity sits at a concerning 49.3, showing very low diversity compared to prior years. Archetype Distribution is solid at 79.5, indicating some variety in deck builds within archetypes. However, Event Growth (40.7) and Player Growth (45.6) are both struggling, with Paper play in big trouble at an average of -21.1% per month. The B&R Health Score is an 80, showing that the recent announcement seems to be a step in the right direction for the community.

Looking at the Top 10 decks, it's clear that Aggro is king, representing 84.6% of the meta. UR Aggro is public enemy number one, commanding a massive 41.2% share. Dimir Aggro trails behind at 16%, while Red Deck Wins sits at 7%. Esper Aggro holds 6% of the meta. The other six decks are at 2% or 1% a piece, and are also aggro.

The community is buzzing about the dominance of a few archetypes. Reddit is awash with talk of the new bans, while many continue to debate cards like Sheoldred, the Apocalypse. The goal is clear: shake up the format and bring back some diversity.