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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: UW Merfolk featuring Flickerwisp!

Nikachu
August 2, 2018
Channel Nikachu
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...

Channel Nikachu: UW Merfolk featuring Ephara, God of the Polis!

Nikachu
July 26, 2018
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We splash back into Azorius with Ephara, thanks to Ryno Rousseau! Decklist: Land2 x Hallowed Fountain9 x Island (98)1 x Minamo, School at Water's Edge4 x Mutavault4 x Wanderwine Hub Artifact/Enchantm... Read More...

Channel Nikachu: Mox Amber Merfolk

Nikachu
July 5, 2018
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This time, we're exploring Mox Amber Merfolk, thanks to Ben White! Mox Amber Merfolk Lands4 x Cavern of Souls1 x Flooded Strand1 x Hallowed Fountain4 x Island (79)1 x Misty Rainforest2 x Mutavault1 x Poll... Read More...

Channel Nikachu: Spicy Tropical Merfolk

Nikachu
June 28, 2018
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Today, we're running Terrence Vinson's super-aggro Merfolk list! Spicy Tropical Merfolk Lands4 x Botanical Sanctum1 x Breeding Pool4 x Cavern of Souls1 x Flooded Strand3 x Island (79)1 x Misty Rainfor... Read More...

Channel Nikachu: Merfolk without Cursecatcher!

Nikachu
June 6, 2018
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Cursecatcher is out, Spell Pierce is in! Land1 x Cavern of Souls10 x Island (98)1 x Minamo, School at Water's Edge4 x Mutavault1 x Oboro, Palace in the Clouds3 x Wanderwine Hub Creature4 x Silvergil... Read More...

Channel Nikachu: Cocofolk Returns!

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May 15, 2018
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Back by popular demand, Cocofolk! Coco Tropical Merfolk Lands4 x Botanical Sanctum1 x Breeding Pool2 x Cavern of Souls1 x Flooded Strand5 x Island (79)1 x Misty Rainforest4 x Mutavault1 x Polluted Delta... Read More...

Channel Nikachu: Classic Merfolk in Modern!

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April 17, 2018
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This week, Classic Merfolk explores the meta! Land2 x Cavern of Souls10 x Island (98)1 x Minamo, School at Water's Edge4 x Mutavault1 x Oboro, Palace in the Clouds1 x Tectonic Edge1 x Wanderwine Hub Creat... Read More...

Channel Nikachu: Merfolk in Modern with Maindeck Chalice of the Void!

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April 3, 2018
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This week, a modified Mhayashi list: Lands1 x Gemstone Caverns14 x Island4 x Mutavault1 x Oboro, Palace in the Clouds Creatures4 x Silvergill Adept4 x Coralhelm Commander4 x Harbinger of the Tides4 x ... Read More...

Channel Nikachu: Merfolk in Standard!

Nikachu
March 19, 2018
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At long last, Merfolk has come to Standard! And my brother gets a face-full of fish. Lands4 x Botanical Sanctum8 x Forest (B)6 x Island (A)4 x Unclaimed Territory Creatures4 x Jade Bearer4 x Kumena... Read More...

Channel Nikachu: Aggro Tropical Merfolk

Nikachu
March 6, 2018
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This week the Merfolk take no prisoners: Aggro Tropical Merfolk in Modern! Lands4 x Botanical Sanctum1 x Breeding Pool3 x Cavern of Souls1 x Flooded Strand3 x Island (78)1 x Misty Rainforest3 x Mutavau... Read More...
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