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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: Poorfolk in Modern

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January 30, 2017
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This week Nikachu is back and he's showing you the budget friendly version of his fishy friends. The deck is titled Poorfolk and it's a great way for you to get into the Modern format! PoorFolk by Nikachu ... Read More...

Channel Nikachu: Modern PPTQ

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January 17, 2017
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This week, Nikachu takes his trusty fish for a go in a Modern PPTQ on Magic Online. How will his school fare in the harsh wasteland of pre-banning modern? Watch and find out!   Round 1 vs Deathshadow... Read More...

Channel Nikachu: Modern Merfolk

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January 3, 2017
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Nikachu is back for his first series of 2017 as he runs ol' faithful through a competitive Modern league. If you are looking to get into Merfolk, look no further, Nikachu is one of the best! Round 1 vs Suici... Read More...

Channel Nikachu: Legacy Merfolk

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December 19, 2016
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Nikachu is back once again, slinging the fishy cardboard in Legacy. Can his fair creature strategy compete? Check it out below! Round 1 vs Shardless Bug https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KlZElJ2X6kU&t=59s ... Read More...

Channel Nikachu: Modern Merfolk

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December 13, 2016
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Nikachu goes back to his roots with Modern for this series of videos that he created for, The Mana Base, with special guest, Andrew (Day 2) Dryden.   Round 1 vs RG Valakut https://www.youtube.com/... Read More...

Channel Nikachu: Legacy Challenge Part 2

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November 30, 2016
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Here is the conclusion to Nikachu's Legacy challenge, still piloting his favourite deck, Merfolk! Round 5 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xm_2lHMlkn4 Round 6 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xQxRmZfK... Read More...

Channel Nikachu: Legacy Challenge Part 1

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November 22, 2016
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Nikachu takes you through the MTGO Legacy Challenge with his bread and butter, Merfolk! Round 1 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VdFCZLzR6DA Round 2 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CjsaV8xagQo Rou... Read More...
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