Mardu Goblin Burn

Alchemy
by AffectionateSnark · Jun 2, 2026
Deck Strategy
Concept

A fast Mardu goblin deck that uses cheap token generators and burn spells to overwhelm opponents before they stabilize.

Synergies

  • Goblin Surprise + Slickshot Show-Off: Goblin Surprise creates two goblin tokens, and Slickshot Show-Off can dash in for surprise damage, adding to the swarm.
  • Burnout Bashtronaut + Flick a Coin: Bashtronaut deals damage on death, while Flick a Coin burns and draws cards.
  • Zurgo, Thunder's Decree + Goblin Surprise: Zurgo enters with a goblin token, and Surprise adds two more, quickly building a wide board.

Mulligan Strategy

Keep hands with at least 2 lands, a one-drop or Goblin Surprise, and a burn spell. Mulligan hands with too few lands or no early plays.

Game Plan

  • Early: Play Goblin Surprise or Zurgo to start building goblins. Use Shock and Lightning Strike to remove threats or chip damage.
  • Mid: Deploy Burnout Bashtronaut and other goblins, using Flick a Coin for burn and draw. Use Cut Down and Destroy Evil for larger threats.
  • Late: Overwhelm with goblin tokens and direct damage from burn spells. Finish with repeated attacks and spells.

Weaknesses

  • Wrath effects clear the board and negate token generation.
  • Lifegain strategies can outlast the burn.
  • Relies on continuous pressure; hands without early plays falter.

56 cards
Type Rarity Card Name Mana
Creatures (10) Rare Burnout Bashtronaut
Rare Lavaleaper
Rare Magmablood Archaic
Rare Molten-Core Maestro
Rare Ragost, Deft Gastronaut
Rare Searslicer Goblin
Rare Slickshot Show-Off
Instants (24) Uncommon Cut Down
Common Destroy Evil
Common Flick a Coin
Common Goblin Surprise
Common Lightning Strike
Common Shock
Lands (22) Common Evolving Wilds
Basic Land Mountain
Basic Land Plains
Basic Land Swamp
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