Introduction:

In this vein, I want to address the benefit of Pure Predaplant over the many different variations that have previously existed to give the theme some legs: The new support has pushed this archetype to go all-in on its unique disruption capabilities. This is the way I’m presenting the archetype in this article, so hopefully you come away from this seeing that point of view. Whether it is disrupting levels, tributing your opponents monsters for inherent summons, or Fusion summoning with your opponents resources – the bottom line up front is that Predaplant bring unique options to the table. So let’s discuss how to exploit that.

A Unique Garden:

Besides these unique options, predaplant are supported by a strong core suite of effects. Whether it is summoning from the Deck, searching additional Predaplant cards, or even additional inherent summons – this theme has plenty of cool cards. But this wouldn’t be a Predaplant article without talking about their Win Condition – Fusion Summoning.

Anyways, I feel like it’s time to step off my soapbox for introducing the archetype, so let’s dive into the decklist, shall we?

Decklist:

Click to view the Interactive Decklist in the Official Card Database.

A Plant Deck without Lonefire:

So let’s return to my initial point – why no Lonefire? Well, you can’t use Practice if you just draw into a Lonefire, but you can if you draw into any Predaplant monster. Also, with the rise in popularity of Nibiru, the deck thinning Lonefire brings is not necessarily as attractive when your opponent is sitting back counting summons.

Other Strategic Elements:

Going for Game:

Alternative Techs:

Notes on the new Predaplant Link:

Conclusion:

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