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Jonathon “Nikachu” Zaczek is the Merfolk master. Deeply devoted to one deck, Jonathon teaches the intricacies of Merfolk as the metagame changes over time. Over the years Jonathon has proven Merfolk’s competitive edge by consistently placing well in Grand Prixs and MTGO competitive leagues.

Channel Nikachu: Benthic Biomancer in Modern Merfolk!

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The entire Merfolk community is excited for the new one drop, Benthic Biomancer. Very rarely does Wizards print one-drop Merfolk, but Ravnica Allegiance surprised us. Biomancer is a Merfolk that can get larger ... Read More...

Channel Nikachu: Merfolk Finishing Strong in 2018!

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Merfolk had a lull of results in mid 2018, pushing it’s metagame share to 0%. Nikachu has revitalized Merfolk to many published results, inspiring many different followers to do the same. Today Merfolk sits at ... Read More...

Channel Nikachu: Merfolk Preparing for GP Portland!

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Hollow One, Infect, Grixis Death’s Shadow, and Infect are all making a comeback in Modern. Most decks would be scared, but not Merfolk. Harbinger of the Tides will turn the tide in our favour by bouncing the op... Read More...

Channel Nikachu: Merfolk is Back in Top 8 Territory!

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Just over a month ago, Merfolk was 0% of the metagame. Who else would bring Merfolk back to center stage than Nikachu. With his latest build, Nikachu is inspiring Merfolk players around the world as Modern play... Read More...

Channel Nikachu: Merfolk is Back on the Map!

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Merfolk has long been considered pushed out of the format since the arrival of Humans and now Spirits. What does Merfolk have to offer to compete in today’s Modern environment? Mistcaller can even the odds vs C... Read More...

Channel Nikachu: The Return of Merfolk!

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October 11, 2018
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Let's make Merfolk great again! Lands1 x Cavern of Souls13 x Island (99)1 x Minamo, School at Water's Edge2 x Mutavault1 x Oboro, Palace in the Clouds2 x Tectonic Edge Creatures4 x Mistcaller4 x Phant... Read More...

Channel Nikachu: Merfolk in Legacy returns!

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We return to Legacy Merfolk this week! Lands (20)4 x Cavern of Souls12 x Island4 x Mutavault - Full Art Champs Promo Creatures (25)4 x Cursecatcher4 x Phantasmal Image4 x Silvergill Adept4 x Lord of A... Read More...

Channel Nikachu: Modern Merfolk with Peek!

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We dive into some free wins with Peek! Land1 x Cavern of Souls2 x Faerie Conclave12 x Island (98)4 x Mutavault1 x Oboro, Palace in the Clouds Creature4 x Phantasmal Image4 x Silvergill Adept2 x Harbin... Read More...

Channel Nikachu: Merfolk with Repeal! So Many Spells!

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August 9, 2018
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No bananas about it, we're going light on creatures today. 😬 Decklist: Lands4 x Faerie Conclave10 x Island (79)4 x Mutavault1 x Oboro, Palace in the Clouds1 x Tectonic Edge Artifacts4 x AEther Vial -... Read More...

Channel Nikachu: UW Merfolk featuring Flickerwisp!

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August 2, 2018
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We're sticking in Azorius this week with Michael's UW list. Decklist: Land1 x Flooded Strand2 x Hallowed Fountain3 x Island (335)1 x Misty Rainforest2 x Mutavault1 x Mystic Gate1 x Polluted Delta1 x S... Read More...
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