Esper Control

[wvEricP]

Esper Control 60 cards, 0 sideboard 4 {Hallowed Fountain} 2 {Orzhov Guildgate} 2 {Azorius Guildgate} 2 {Dimir Guildgate} 3 {Temple of Silence} 4 {Watery Grave} 4 {Godless Shrine} 3 {Temple of Deceit} 24 lands 3 {Archangel of Thune} 2 {Daxos of Meletis} 2 {Medomai the Ageless} 4 {Elite Arcanist} 2 {Triad of Fates} 13 creatures 2 {Ashiok, Nightmare Weaver} 3 {Render Silent} 4 {Annul} 3 {Negate} 3 {Cancel} 2 {Elspeth, Sun's Champion} 3 {Psychic Strike} 3 {Stymied Hopes} 23 other spells Sideboard

I have never played control magic, but seeing as I always lose out to it if I don't have the perfect hand I thought I would give it a go.

Please give constructive criticism, not just "it sucks"

[Vileo]

You only actually want to play a few counter spells. Your other spells should deal with the things that you don't care enough about to counter. For example-- {Riot Control} is a great control card because it allows you to sit back a bit, let your opponent feel like they're in control, then say "no, I'll gain this life instead." {Detention Sphere} and {Supreme Verdict} are other was to do this. In your case, {Far // Away} is another option. Your two Elspeth are great where they are. Also, if you can afford {Sphinx's Revelation}, you should try to get 4 of it. I hope this post helps. If you'd like some further ideas, I have a U/W control list posted on here. Should still be on the first page.

[wvEricP]

I would love to run sphinxes. But, it's a bit pricey

[Pirate John]

I would love to run sphinxes. But, it's a bit pricey

{opportunity} is the working man's Sphinx Rev.

[wvEricP]

I picked up 2x  {Sphinx's Revelation} for $20 and splashed in 3x  {Opportunity}

And reworked it a bit, I'll post a whole decklist in the morning but it seems to run strong, going to try my hand at FNM this week

[Pirate John]

I wish you good luck.

Might be a tad tricky without 4 {supreme verdicts}. Be sure to pack 1-2 {ratchet bomb}'s in your side.