One interesting thing about #CMRLegends is that the line for a common in a Commander format is a bit different. We did what was right for draft, and that created some unusual commons! Since I've been asked some questions, I want to take a moment to chat about Pauper.
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First, on one particular downshift! Red and black are the colors of mass damage to creatures. However, in Pauper, the most damage red can deal with a playable sweeper is 1! Having one in red could open up control strategies to red, and also plays well with bigger red creatures.

So in #CMRLegends, we were going to need some common sweepers and this seemed like the perfect spot. I handed off Steam Blast at common, and that got changed to another card when Pirates were added. Long-term, I am excited to have this card in the format and for what it might do!

Short-term, I know some of you have concerns about 'Tron. Game Balance+I have planned to look at Pauper after #CMRLegends; we knew the set would impact Pauper. This isn't saying anything will/won't happen: we all need to see the meta. But all your notes are very much heard here.

And in that vein, I know Fall From Favor is a popular topic among Pauper players. We went with what was right for the Limited format+Commander here, and this (along with the mechanic) is certainly a card we know to watch. 3 mana to be the monarch is a huge deal!

There's going to be a lot organically entering the format, and I'm interested to see it all unfold. I've seen opinions all over the map, and I know I'll be eagerly awaiting looking at the MTGO results after the set hits! You're always welcome to send me your feedback. Thanks all!