Duels of the Planeswalkers 2015: Zendikar campaign decks
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July 9, 2014 (iPad) July 16, 2014 (other)[1] | ||||
| Number of decks | 11 decks | ||||
| Deck size | 60 cards | ||||
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The fifth and final campaign for Duels of the Planeswalkers 2015 was set on the plane of Zendikar.
| “ | You must track down the demon Ob Nixilis and harvest the hedron from his brow. But the tumultuous landscape of Zendikar is as dangerous as its denizens. | ” |
There were four matches in the campaign, which once completed, unlock the optional Explore Zendikar mode with further five opponents. It also clears the way for the final showdown with Garruk[2].
Most enemy decks have two forms: one default, and another for the higher "Planeswalker" difficulty level. Cards added to Planeswalker difficulty decks are typically more efficient versions of ones from the default version.
Zendikar Campaign
Match 1: Strength in Numbers
The first match in the Zendikar campaign is against a 
typal Ally deck.
| “ | Even as you hunt Garruk, you know he hunts you. But he is not the only danger you face. A band of Zendikari toughs blocks your way. They demand your treasure and won't give up without a fight! | ” |
Creatures (22)
Instants (14)
- Modifcations
On Planeswalker difficulty
- 2 copies of Ondu Cleric replace Stonework Puma
- 4 copies of Tuktuk Grunts replace Joraga Bard
Match 2: Kor Canyons
The second match in the campaign is against a Kor focused white weenie deck.
| “ | You showed the Zendikari that you are not easy prey, and they're willing to answer your inquiries. They point you toward a series of narrow canyons that will take you to Guul Draz, the lair of Ob Nixilis. But the canyons are home to the acrobatic Kor, who consider you an enemy. | ” |
- Modifcations
On Planeswalker difficulty
- 2 copies of Armament Master replace Lone Missionary
- 2 copies of Stoneforge Mystic replace Kor Line-Slinger
- 4 copies of Trusty Machete replace Adventuring Gear
Match 3: Roiling Plane
The third match in the campaign is against a monored Burn deck.
Sideboard (4)
- Modifcations
On Planeswalker difficulty, 4 copies of Flame Slash replace Magma Rift.
Match 4: Scorn of Ob Nixilis
The fourth match in the Zendikar campaign is against the Demonic former-Planeswalker Ob Nixilis. The deck doesn't include his card.
| “ | The demon Ob Nixilis was once a Planeswalker but has been imprisoned on Zendikar. As you enter his fortress of ultimate darkness, he appears before you with a low chuckle. "Well, well, another of Sorin's dupes. I doubt you'll fare better than the others." | ” |
- Modifcations
On Planeswalker difficulty, 3 copies of Halo Hunter replace 3 Renegade Demon.
Explore Zendikar
Match 1: All-Out Sprint
A monowhite deck.
| “ | As you explore Zendikar, you are continually harried by indigenous creatures and the land itself. Can you endure the onslaught? | ” |
- Modifcations
On Planeswalker difficulty, 4 copies of Emeria, the Sky Ruin replace 4 Plains.
Match 2: Trap-Filled Lair
More of a puzzle than a proper deck, this is 24 
cards with a Trap theme. The opponent starts with 1 Island and 3 Mountains in play, but no cards in their hand.
| “ | The previous explorers didn’t make it past the fiendish devices that guard the way. Will you fare better? | ” |
Sorcery (1)
1 Blaze
- Modifcations
On Planeswalker difficulty
- 1 copy of Inferno Trap replaces a Mountain
- 1 copy of Whiplash Trap replaces a Lethargy Trap
Match 3: Tangled Growth
A monogreen deck.
| “ | The trail leads you into dense foliage. Cut your way through! | ” |
- Modifcations
On Planeswalker difficulty
- 4 copies of Khalni Heart Expedition replace 4 Snapping Creeper
- 4 copies of Wall of Blossoms replace Wall of Wood
Match 4: Tomb of Terror
A monoblack Vampire typal deck.
| “ | Deep beneath the surface lies an ancient crypt infested with horrors. Do you dare to plunder its depths? | ” |
The opponent begins with Bloodghast, Bloodthrone Vampire, Dead Reckoning, Bloodrite Invoker, Gloomhunter and 2 Swamps in their graveyard.
The player begins with a Blazing Torch in play.
- Modifcations
On Planeswalker difficulty
- 4 copies of Gatekeeper of Malakir replace 4 Blood Seeker
- 4 copies of Grim Discovery replace 4 Disentomb
Match 5: Nissa Revane
A monogreen Elf typal deck representing the Planeswalker Nissa.
| “ | The druidic Planeswalker Nissa Revane favors the elves and their forest magic. If you can defeat her, perhaps you can earn her respect. | ” |
Creatures (24)
Lands (24)
24 Forest
- Modifcations
On Planeswalker difficulty
- 2 copies of Elvish Champion replace 2 Civic Wayfinder
- 2 copies of Feral Incarnation replace 2 Bountiful Harvest
- 2 copies of Joraga Warcaller replace 2 Oracle of Mul Daya
- 2 copies of Overwhelm replace 2 Nissa's Expedition
Garruk
Match 1: Garruk
The first of two duels against Garruk sees him playing a green-focused 
deck.
| “ | Garruk has caught up to you at last. You have just one chance: defeat him, bind the hedron into him, and save yourself! | ” |
Creatures (22)
Instants (3)
- Modifcations
On Planeswalker difficulty
- 4 copies of Cultivate replace 4 Nature's Lore
- 2 copies of Thragtusk replace 2 Rampaging Baloths
Match 2: Garruk, the Worldslayer
The second duel against Garruk sees him still playing a deck, but it now includes more Black cards.
Creatures (18)
Sideboard (4)
- Modifcations
On Planeswalker difficulty, 4 copies of Thragtusk replace 4 Forest.
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.