Mana Base Analysis Calculator EDH
Mana Base Analysis Calculator EDH: Expert Guide
Mana base analysis is crucial for optimizing your EDH deck. This calculator helps you understand and improve your mana base.
- Enter the number of lands and mana sources in your deck.
- Select the number of colors in your deck.
- Click ‘Calculate’ to see your mana curve and analysis.
The calculator uses the following formula to determine your average mana cost:
Average Mana Cost = (Total Mana Costs / Total Cards)
The mana curve is generated based on the number of cards at each mana cost.
Case Study 1: Stax EDH
Lands: 36, Mana Sources: 12, Colors: 2
Average Mana Cost: 2.5, Mana Curve: [1:15, 2:12, 3:8, 4:5, 5:2]
Case Study 2: Voltron EDH
Lands: 34, Mana Sources: 10, Colors: 3
Average Mana Cost: 3.2, Mana Curve: [1:8, 2:10, 3:12, 4:8, 5:4]
Case Study 3: Goodstuff EDH
Lands: 38, Mana Sources: 14, Colors: 4
Average Mana Cost: 2.8, Mana Curve: [1:14, 2:12, 3:10, 4:8, 5:4]
| Deck Type | Average Mana Cost |
|---|---|
| Stax | 2.6 |
| Voltron | 3.1 |
| Goodstuff | 2.9 |
| Stax | Voltron | Goodstuff | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 15 | 8 | 14 |
| 2 | 12 | 10 | 12 |
| 3 | 8 | 12 | 10 |
| 4 | 5 | 8 | 8 |
| 5 | 2 | 4 | 4 |
- Include around 36-40 lands in your deck.
- Match your mana sources to your colors.
- Target an average mana cost of 2.5-3.0 for optimal gameplay.
What is a mana curve?
A mana curve is a graph that shows the number of cards in your deck at each mana cost.
Why is the average mana cost important?
The average mana cost determines how consistently you can cast spells in your deck.
For more information on mana base optimization, see MTG Salvation’s Ultimate Guide to Playing Commander and r/EDH’s Guide to Building Your First Commander Deck.