Jump to content
FORUMS
Damien

Cabalist's Tome Tempo Mage Standard

Recommended Posts

Guest FoeHammer

I had the pleasure of watching Asmodai hit Rank 1 this morning using this deck. He's an incredible mage player, and has very good success using Antonidas [which had been dropped from the meta] due to the Thaurissan synergy. I normally don't play Cabalist's Tome and Antonidas because they feel "slow" but he obviously manages to make it work for him.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites
14 hours ago, Guest FoeHammer said:

I had the pleasure of watching Asmodai hit Rank 1 this morning using this deck. He's an incredible mage player, and has very good success using Antonidas [which had been dropped from the meta] due to the Thaurissan synergy. I normally don't play Cabalist's Tome and Antonidas because they feel "slow" but he obviously manages to make it work for him.

I was sad to see Antonidas disappear (was my first and favourite legendary), but it's nice to see him returning. Can't wait to try this deck out. Cablist's seems to be one of those cards that can either be unbelieveable or give you 3 shatters. There's no inbetween!

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

This deck is very similar to the Mage I was already running. I made the changes to see how Sottle's version played out compared to my to my own and I think I like his a little better (Minus Yogg). I played a Shaman last night who switched his Hero Power to the Warrior's and he proceeded to beat me down to 1hp while he sat at 30 +5. What ended up being his doom was he ran out of gas while my Cabalist's Tome kept giving me Cabalist's Tome. I came back and got the win still sitting at 1hp. As far as Archmage Antonidas "returning" to the Meta, for me he never left. 

  • Like 1

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites
14 hours ago, KingMe said:

I came back and got the win still sitting at 1hp.

The beauty of Mage.

14 hours ago, KingMe said:

As far as Archmage Antonidas "returning" to the Meta, for me he never left. 

For me, he just didn't have a place in most of the Mage decks I played. I'm sure he was still viable, I just didn't play him ever

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Hey guys. Looking to craft a new deck and I have always enjoyed the mage hero. This deck seems like it would be super fun to play with the yogg, cabalist tome's, antonidas, and all the tempo generated from the low cost spells, flame walker, etc. 

I have plenty of dust, but the two things I am slightly hesitant to craft are the x2 Arcane Blast's. I always try and future proof as much as possible and try and make sure I always get good bang for the buck. Being that they are from the grand tournament and the next cards to leave the standard set, it has made me slightly hesitant.

Are there any good card swaps or replacements for them?

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites
5 hours ago, sMarcHs said:

Hey guys. Looking to craft a new deck and I have always enjoyed the mage hero. This deck seems like it would be super fun to play with the yogg, cabalist tome's, antonidas, and all the tempo generated from the low cost spells, flame walker, etc. 

I have plenty of dust, but the two things I am slightly hesitant to craft are the x2 Arcane Blast's. I always try and future proof as much as possible and try and make sure I always get good bang for the buck. Being that they are from the grand tournament and the next cards to leave the standard set, it has made me slightly hesitant.

Are there any good card swaps or replacements for them?

The rotation most likely won't happen until Spring of 2017, so you'll have a LOT of time to play with those ABs. They're also very strong in this deck.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Thanks for the input guys. Yeah I think I'm looking at like 6000 dust for this because I'm missing three legendaries. Kind of a lot of dust to swallow lol and I guess the AB's only account for 800 of that.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites
1 minute ago, sMarcHs said:

Thanks for the input guys. Yeah I think I'm looking at like 6000 dust for this because I'm missing three legendaries. Kind of a lot of dust to swallow lol and I guess the AB's only account for 800 of that.

Which ones are you missing?

 

3 hours ago, Blainie said:

The rotation most likely won't happen until Spring of 2017, so you'll have a LOT of time to play with those ABs. They're also very strong in this deck.

That's what I was thinking. It started in Spring, it would only make sense (by my logic) to switch it in Spring. You never know with Ben and Company though. 

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites
7 minutes ago, sMarcHs said:

I'm missing yogg, thalnos, and tony.

The only card that is really necessary for this deck out of the 3 is Archmage AntonidasBloodmage Thalnos can be replaced by Loot Hoarder if you want the extra card draw or Kobold Geomancer if you want the Spell Damage. Yogg-Saron, Hope's End can be replaced by a number of cards in my opinion. For this build you could opt to go with Arcane Giant since it is so spell heavy. 

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites
On 9/16/2016 at 6:24 PM, sMarcHs said:

I'm missing yogg, thalnos, and tony.

Definitely worth buying the welcome package in case you grab Antonidas from it.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites
41 minutes ago, Blainie said:

Definitely worth buying the welcome package in case you grab Antonidas from it.

Yeah I got Antonidas from my welcome bundle. Too bad I already crafted him a couple of months ago. :(

I, too, have always hesitated to craft Arcane Blasts. I recommend 2nd Mirror Image as one of the replacements.

  • Like 1

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites
9 minutes ago, mgoetze said:

I recommend 2nd Mirror Image as one of the replacements.

An interesting replacement, but thanks for sharing nonetheless!

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites
Guest guest

I dont have second tome and yogg.i replaced yogg with rag and second tome with water elemental.is this deck good with only one tome or should i stick to classic tempo mage?

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites
54 minutes ago, Guest guest said:

I dont have second tome and yogg.i replaced yogg with rag and second tome with water elemental.is this deck good with only one tome or should i stick to classic tempo mage?

It would probably be better to stick with regular tempo, though if you get bored, you can try this one, even with only one Cabalist's Tome.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites
On 10/4/2016 at 7:59 PM, Guest Subcutaneous said:

Now that Yogg has been nerfed, is it still worth playing it or is  Arcane Giant better?

I'd say he's still worth playing. Yes, Yogg has been nerfed, but he can still make crazy plays. You just need to be prepared for him to kill himself :p

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites
On ‎10‎/‎6‎/‎2016 at 7:23 AM, Blainie said:

I'd say he's still worth playing. Yes, Yogg has been nerfed, but he can still make crazy plays. You just need to be prepared for him to kill himself :p

I have been running this deck - not legend play but rank 10ish. I have had a lot of success with Yogg. He is still really good and can make some great comebacks. It's nice knowing that he is in there for those otherwise unwinnable situations. He is even more of a hail mary play now than he was before, but I think that's okay.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites
On 10/28/2016 at 5:50 PM, Direwolf said:

I have been running this deck - not legend play but rank 10ish. I have had a lot of success with Yogg. He is still really good and can make some great comebacks. It's nice knowing that he is in there for those otherwise unwinnable situations. He is even more of a hail mary play now than he was before, but I think that's okay.

Exactly. There is no single card in the game that can bring you back to a point of being able to win like Yogg can. He's definitely still worth it.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

  • Recently Browsing   0 members

    No registered users viewing this page.

  • Similar Content

    • By Staff
      Hearthstone is taking a bold step into the StarCraft universe with "Heroes of StarCraft: The Great Dark Beyond," a 49-card mini-set launching in January 2025.
      Featuring iconic factions like Zerg, Protoss, and Terran, complete with legendary leaders Sarah Kerrigan, Artanis, Jim Raynor, this set blends StarCraft nostalgia with Hearthstone's gameplay.
      Additionally, Arena Mode is getting a massive overhaul, introducing shorter Normal Arena runs and a high-stakes Underground Arena with a game matching "re-draft on loss" mechanic, giving you the option to re-draft cards, edit your deck, and keep your run alive, after you lose.
      The year ahead promises 3 expansions, including the Emerald Dream's battle between Old Gods and Druids, a return to Un'Goro Crater, and a Chromie-led journey through alternate realities.
      (Source)
      Hearthstone: Heroes of StarCraft – The Great Dark Beyond Mini-Set  
      Early next year, Hearthstone is going beyond Warcraft and into... Heroes of StarCraft! This special Mini-Set will have a whopping 49 new cards across three themed factions, which show what the StarCraft universe would look like in the Hearthstone Tavern. Each faction is made up of cards that can be used across multiple classes, including an iconic Hero card. 
       Zerg 
      Death Knight, Demon Hunter, Hunter, and Warlock have joined the Zerg! Led by the formidable  Sarah Kerrigan, they will have aggressive cards that win the game by swarming the board. 
       Protoss 
      Druid, Mage, Priest, and Rogue fight for the Protoss Empire. Led by the High Templar Artanis, they will have powerful, high-cost cards that are made cheaper throughout the game. 
       Terran 
      Paladin, Shaman, and Warrior make up the Terran forces, led by the one and only Jim Raynor. They will command Battlecruisers—a special take on the Starship mechanic from The Great Dark Beyond. 
      The Mini-Set will feature a slew of StarCraft units which are sure to invoke nostalgia, as well as the Terran-armored Murloc, Grunty, and new, thematic music. You can chart a course for the Heroes of StarCraft Mini-Set, launching in January 2025! More announcements, details, and card reveals are coming closer to launch. 
       Major Arena Updates 
      Then, for the first time in 10 years, Arena Mode is getting a major overhaul. With that update, there will be two kinds of Arena to choose from. Normal Arena will be shorter form, allowing you to complete your runs more quickly. Competitive Arena players will be able to play in the higher-stakes Underground Arena, with longer runs and a new feature: Re-Draft on Loss. Re-Draft on Loss means that, after you lose, you’ll have the option to re-draft cards, edit your deck, and keep your run alive. 
      Ratings will also be added to both Normal and Underground Arena. Normal, skill-based matchmaking will be used for Normal Arena. Underground Arena throws caution to the wind and lets you face off against opponents of all skill levels. 
      This major Arena revamp is coming in the first half of next year. Look out for more details about this update closer to when it goes live. 
      A Preview of the Year Ahead: The Year of the Raptor!
      On top of those updates, Hearthstone has an exciting year of expansions ahead, with much-requested themes, locations, and familiar faces across Azeroth. 
      In the first expansion of the year, enter the Emerald Dream and join the battle between the Old Gods and the Druids of the Emerald Dream for the fate of the World Tree. Things will heat up even more when the Druids of the Flame light up the Mini-Set (releasing earlier than normal this year, during the 32.2 Patch). 
      The second expansion of the year will be Hearthstone’s first-ever sequel: the return to Un’Goro Crater! Join Elise on a hunt for a mythical, lost Tortollan city. When you find it, join the Tortollans in a festival to celebrate the mighty dinosaurs of the crater in the 33.4 Mini-Set. 
      In the third expansion of the year, travel with Chromie through alternate realities to recruit Legendary Warcraft heroes like you’ve never seen them before. Leading to the 34.4 Mini-Set: an epic showdown against Murozond at the end of time! 
    • By Tomseno
      Raid/Class Spots Are Open To Any Applicant If The Player Is The Right Fit
      A guild formed with an ambition for progression and a love for M+ we decided to make the move from Silvermoon Alliance and form a guild to take our focus to the next level, Cutting Edge in 10.1 being the next step.
      We believe in building a guild by recruit players of a similar goal and mentality whether it be for raiding or for push score in Mythic plus. We value loyalty, honesty and a positive attitude towards setbacks. Communication skills are an absolute must.
      Raid Schedule
      Wednesday 20:30-23:00 Sunday 20:30-23:00
      Current Progression
      9/9HC 5/9M
      What are we looking for recruitment wise?
      We're currently open to recruiting DPS classes listed above, as we aim to solidify a stable 25-player roster. We're looking to provide competition to existing members and choose the best 25 players to proceed with for next tier.
      Contact Information:
      Discord; tomsen and lora1506
      Think you'd be a good fit?
      If you believe that you are a player that is looking to achieve the same goals as us then why not contact us and see if we can achieve our goals together!
    • By positiv2
      This thread is for comments about our Outlaw Rogue Leveling Guide.
    • By positiv2
      This thread is for comments about our Shadow Priest Leveling Guide.
    • By Aerlon
      Hello everyone,
      Last patch gave us 40% and 10% damage increase on ray of frost and glacial spike
      Does anyone know of these changes make them relevant ?
      Should frost mage play with these or one of these now ?
×
×
  • Create New...