Duels of the Planeswalkers 2015: Theros campaign decks
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July 9, 2014 (iPad) July 16, 2014 (other)[1] | ||||
| Number of decks | 9 decks | ||||
| Deck size | 60 cards | ||||
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The second campaign for Duels of the Planeswalkers 2015 was set on the plane of Theros.
| “ | When you arrive on Theros, you learn the oracle you sought had been kidnapped by Tymaret, the Murder King, and carried into the wilds of Phoberos. | ” |
There were four matches in the campaign, which once completed would unlock a further five optional opponents[2].
Most enemy decks have two forms: one default, and another for the higher "Planeswalker" difficulty level. The cards exchanged in Planeswalker difficulty are typically more efficient or powerful versions of a card from the default deck.
Campaign Decks
Match 1: Hydra Attack
The first campaign match is against a monogreen Hydra typal deck.
| “ | As you move through the thick forest, inscrutable hissing comes from every direction. Suddenly, a monstrous creature lunges at you. Its many heads strike out, hungry for your flesh. | ” |
Lands (32)
32 Forest
- Modifications
On Planeswalker difficulty:
- 4 copies of Cultivate replace 4 Peregrination
- 4 copies of Doubling Season replace 4 Forests
- 4 copies of Nature's Lore replace 4 Lay of the Land
- 4 copies of Primordial Hydra replace 4 Feral Hydra
Match 2: Minotaur Stampede
The second campaign match is against a 
Minotaur typal deck.
| “ | With a dreadful bellow, a mob of brutal minotaurs charge! | ” |
Creatures (28)
Sorceries (4)
4 Demolish
- Modifications
On Planeswalker difficulty:
- 2 copies of Kragma Warcaller replace 2 Fanatic of Mogis
- 4 copies of Rageblood Shaman replace 4 Borderland Minotaur
Match 3: Ocean's Might
The third match in the campaign is against a 
deck with a "Sea Monsters" theme.
| “ | The merfolk Planeswalker Kiora seeks the biggest monsters of the Multiverse's seas. She's found some lovely specimens on Theros. Won't you take a look? | ” |
Creatures (19)
Enchantments (4)
- Modifications
Under the Planeswalker difficulty:
- 4 copies of Cultivate replace 4 Peregrination
- 4 copies of Simic Sky Swallower replace 4 Godhunter Octopus
Match 4: Army of the Returned
The final match in the Theros campaign is a Zombie typal deck.
| “ | Tymaret commands a phalanx of the dead who refuse to stay in the Underworld. "Why should I allow you to stop such an efficient killer?" he demands. "If you seek the oracle, come and take her!"
Tymaret and his undead band are defeated! You escort the oracle back to Meletis, where she enters a vapor-induced trance. She mutters, "A lone mage looks out over an endless sea of buildings. The key to fulfilling your quest is within him." She gestures, and an inscribed shard of slate appears in her hand. "Seek this symbol and find the mage." Your next step becomes clear - to Ravnica! |
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Creatures (18)
Enchantments (4)
- Modifications
The Planeswalker difficulty:
- 2 extra copies of Grey Merchant of Aphodel replace 2 Scourgemark
- 4 copies of Silence the Believers replace 4 Asphixiate
- 2 copies of Underworld Cerberus replace 2 Rescue from the Underworld
Explore Theros
Match 1: Centaur Rage
| “ | The tramp of hooves signals the approach of a centaur warband. | ” |
Creatures (32)
Instants (4)
Sideboard (4)
- Modifications
On Planeswalker difficulty, 4 copies of Courser of Kruphix replaced the vanilla Nessian Coursers.
Match 2: Perilous Seas
A deck with a Siren theme and Bounce strategy.
| “ | Treacherous rocks that lay unseen. The haunting song of sirens. The spirits of the drowned. Can you survive such perils? | ” |
Creatures (24)
Sorceries (2)
- Modifications
On Planeswalker difficulty:
- 2 copies of Ray of Command replace 2 Islands
- 2 copies of Siren of the Fanged Coast replace the 2 copies of Sudden Storm
Match 3: What's in the Box?
A 
deck. The opponent is always on the draw, and always starts the game with one of each basic land and a Pyxis of Pandemonium in their hand.
| “ | The mysterious treasure might contain anything. | ” |
Creatures (44)
Artifacts (3)
- Modifcations
On Planeswalker difficulty mode, the opponent starts with Pyxis of Pandemonium in play.
Match 4: Polis Invasion
A aggro deck. It is similar to both forms of the Heroic Charge Player deck, but has more consistency with all its 4-ofs and can also trigger the Heroic mechanic more reliably.
| “ | An army is attempting to break through the walls of Akros. Will you stand in defense of the city? | ” |
Creatures (20)
- Modifications
On Planeswalker difficulty:
- 4 copies of Anax and Cymede replace 4 Elite Skirmisher
- 4 copies of Launch the Fleet replace 4 Messenger's Speed
Match 5: Planeswalker Ajani
A white weenie deck with Cat typal elements and Enchantment synergies. It was themed around the Planeswalker Ajani, but didn't include him as a card. It contained only creatures, enchantments, and lands.
| “ | Ajani commands an army of proud leonin warriors. Prove that you deserve his allegiance. | ” |
- Modifications
On Planeswalker difficulty:
- 4 copies of Ajani's Pridemate replaced 4 Healer of the Pride
- 4 copies of Heliod's Pilgrim replaced 4 Oreskos Sun Guide
- 2 copies of Savannah Lions replaced 2 Pride Guardian
References
- ↑ Nik Davidson (July 9, 2014). "Duels of the Planeswalkers Design". magicthegathering.com. Wizards of the Coast. Archived from the original on 2021-04-29.
- ↑ Shotgunnova (November 11, 2015). "Magic: Duels of the Planeswalkers 2015 – Guide and Walkthrough (website)". GameFAQs. Retrieved on March 6, 2025.