Norika Yamazaki, the Poet

Norika Yamazaki, the Poet is a graveyard-fueled enchantment engine that rewards you for swinging in with individual creatures. Her core gameplan is to attack with a single Samurai or Warrior each turn, then recur enchantment cards from your graveyard for free—turning your discard pile into a renewable resource. This creates a powerful value loop where cards like Pacifism effects, Auras, and utility enchantments get multiple uses.

You'll want a deck full of Auras and enchantment-based removal to maximize her ability. Fill the deck with efficient Samurai and Warriors (especially ones with evasion or protection) that can attack alone without needing support. Cards like Sigil of the Empty Throne, Archon of Sun's Grace, and Flickering Ward generate value every time Norika triggers. The deck plays a grinding, midrange game where you're constantly recycling answers and threats, making it hard for opponents to race you.

Win conditions are typically combat damage accumulation paired with Aura-based advantages—anthem effects, Voltron strategies on your best creature, or token generation from enchantment triggers. It's a cohesive, grindy strategy that feels rewarding when your engine clicks.

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