Casey Jones, Asphalt Hooligan

Casey Jones is a 2/2 double-striker that turns into a real threat when you pump its power. The gameplan is straightforward: swing early and often, then use instant-speed pump spells and activated abilities to turn combat damage into lethal before your opponents stabilize. Since anyone can activate Casey's ability for {4}, you're racing against the clock—lean into low-to-the-ground aggression with cheap pump spells, haste creatures, and effects that double damage. Cards like Furnace of Rath or Double Damage turn every hit into overkill, while Embercleave or similar equipment threats end games in two swings.

Your curve should be tight and aggressive. Play mana dorks and cheap threats to pressure early, then transition into a suite of Boros-style pump spells (Mutagenic Growth, Infernal Plunge, Embercleave) and haste synergies. The deck wants to close out by turn 5–7, so ramp is less important than velocity and card advantage. Include modal spells that both pump and draw, and consider aggressive land ramp (Simian Spirit Guide, Goblin Charbelcher effects) to maintain threats while going fast.

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