Tivit
[[Tivit, Seller of Secrets]] is the commander of this value-driven midrange deck that excels at generating card and mana advantage directly from the command zone. By leveraging its unique triggered ability and synergistic combos, Tivit offers multiple compact and efficient win conditions. Whether through infinite turns, powerful combat damage, or alternate combo lines, the deck is a resilient and versatile competitor in the cEDH meta.
Strategy / Gameplan
The game plan revolves around utilizing [[Tivit, Seller of Secrets]]’s triggered ability to create clue and treasure tokens, providing both card draw and mana acceleration. Early game priorities focus on ramping into Tivit quickly, as its value engine is crucial for maintaining a steady flow of resources. Once established, the deck pivots into assembling combos or interacting with opponents to disrupt their strategies.
[[Tivit, Seller of Secrets]] offers a balanced playstyle that thrives in midrange matchups, where its large body and ability to generate incremental advantage shine. With flexible win conditions, the deck can adapt to various board states, transitioning between value generation and combo execution as needed.
Combos
[[Thassa's Oracle]] + [[Tainted Pact]] or [[Demonic Consultation]]
Cast [[Thassa's Oracle]], holding priority with its triggered ability on the stack.
Cast [[Tainted Pact]] or [[Demonic Consultation]] to exile your library.
Allow [[Thassa's Oracle]]’s ability to resolve, winning the game.
[[Time Sieve]] + [[Tivit, Seller of Secrets]]
Cast [[Tivit, Seller of Secrets]] to generate five clue/treasure tokens.
Cast [[Time Sieve]] and sacrifice five tokens to take an extra turn.
On the extra turn, attack an opponent with Tivit to generate five more tokens.
Repeat the process for infinite turns, eventually defeating opponents through combat damage or by assembling an alternate win condition.
[[Teferi, Time Raveler]] + [[Displacer Kitten]]
Requirements: [[Teferi, Time Raveler]], [[Displacer Kitten]], and a 0-mana or mana positive artifact - we’ll use [[Sol Ring]] in this example.
With [[Teferi, Time Raveler]] and [[Displacer Kitten]] on the battlefield, cast [[Sol Ring]].
Use [[Displacer Kitten]] to blink [[Teferi, Time Raveler]], resetting its loyalty counters.
Tap [[Sol Ring]] for [[symbol:2]].
Activate [[Teferi, Time Raveler]] targeting [[Sol Ring]] to return it to hand and draw a card.
Repeat to generate tons of mana and draw your deck.
Win Conditions
Infinite Turns with [[Time Sieve]]: Use Tivit’s token generation to take infinite turns and win through combat damage or resource advantage.
[[Thassa's Oracle]]: Win through exile-your-library combos with [[Tainted Pact]] or [[Demonic Consultation]].
Combat Damage with Tivit: While rare without [[Time Sieve]], Tivit’s large body can deal significant damage in grindy games.
Payoffs
[[Necropotence]]: Occasionally used to dig for combo pieces or interaction, offering immense card advantage in slower games.
Things to Keep in Mind
Protect Tivit: As many of the deck’s combos rely on Tivit’s ability, protecting it from removal is crucial.
Efficient Mulligans: Aim for hands with ramp, fast mana, or ways to cheat out Tivit early.
Token Management: Properly managing clue and treasure tokens is essential for fueling combos and maintaining tempo.
Adaptability: The deck thrives by transitioning between control and proactive strategies based on the board state.
[[Tivit, Seller of Secrets]] provides a powerful mix of resource generation and compact win conditions, making it an excellent choice for players seeking a resilient and versatile cEDH deck. With its ability to create mana and card advantage while offering multiple combo lines, Tivit is a commanding presence in the format.
References:
Tivit the Master of Ceremonies
Conquest of the Sea
