Premodern is evolving — and some decks are starting to break away from the pack.
In this episode, we go through Phil Nguyen’s latest MTG Banded article covering the 10 breakout Premodern decks of 2025.
We break down:
• Why Aluren is surging again
• The power (and price…) of Cephalid Breakfast
• Classic strategies like Terravore / Armageddon
• The rise of Moneyball Black
• And a few under-the-radar decks that could define the future
Plus…
🔥 Zac reveals his pick for a 2026 breakout deck — a wild Dimir Infestation control build that blends:
• Zombie Infestation
• Squee, Goblin Nabob
• Forbid lock
• Wonder tempo finishes
If you’re preparing for LobsterCon or just want to stay ahead of the Premodern meta, this is your snapshot of where things are heading.