REVIEW - Final Fantasy VII Limit Break Commander Deck
MTG ZerogamesIt's finally here: Universes Beyond: Final Fantasy VII has arrived in Magic: The Gathering. With the Limit Break Commander Deck, players get the perfect blend of nostalgia and playability. This deck features the Naya colors (Red, Green, White) and revolves around combat, equipment, and reaching the magical limit of power 7. But how powerful is this deck out of the box, and which cards make it worth it?
Highlights
- Cloud, Ex-Soldier – Stable value engine : finds equipment, equips itself immediately, and gives you cards and Treasure as soon as your board gets large enough.
- Tifa, Martial Artist – Explosive Finisher : Can trigger multiple extra combat phases, crushing the table in a single turn.
- Powerful New Cards – Fresh powerhouses : Professor Hojo (cost reduction + card draw), Sephiroth, Fallen Hero (a recurring threat), and Ultimate Magic: Meteor (a board wipe that even affects artifacts and lands).
- Valuable reprints – Always Welcome : Skullclamp , Sword of the Animist , and Clever Concealment give this deck high play and collection value.
Points of interest
- Tifa requires preparation : She can deliver a huge blow, but needs a carefully constructed board state to truly shine.
- Vulnerable to wipes : Despite Clever Concealment, the deck can still be hit hard by a well-timed board wipe.
The power of the commanders
Cloud is the perfect choice for players who value stability and consistent value. Its ETB effect ensures you'll almost always have crucial equipment in hand, and because it equips itself instantly, you'll have an immediate threat. Its card and Treasure generation give the deck the ability to keep pushing, even when your board is under pressure. This makes Cloud a reliable pivot you can build your entire game around.
Tifa , on the other hand, represents the more explosive nature of the deck. She requires a bit more setup, but thanks to her additional combat triggers, she can completely turn a game on its head. While Cloud lets you slowly build a lead, Tifa can create a boss-like feeling in a single turn: multiple fights, massive damage, and often an instant victory. This dynamic makes her appealing to players who enjoy dramatic and unexpected twists.
Gameplay & Strategy
The deck feels fluid from the start. Thanks to Cloud, you'll have near-constant access to your most important equipment, and its Treasure tokens help maintain momentum. The focus on power 7 matters creates clear play moments: once you reach that threshold, the engine really starts revving. This makes Limit Break not only strong but also easy to navigate for players taking their first steps in Commander.
On the other hand, Tifa's depth is particularly evident. She requires planning, but rewards you with explosive rounds that opponents will be talking about for a long time. In a multiplayer match, this can lead to hilarious situations where everyone rushes to get her off the table in time.
The support of other legendary characters like Barret and Yuffie also adds extra layers to the strategy. Barret fills your board with Rebels, creating tokens and card advantage. Yuffie's tricks with stolen artifacts provide surprising twists and make the deck vibrant and versatile.
Example
Imagine this: you play Cloud and immediately find a Sword of the Animist . Next turn, you attack, ramp a land, and draw a card because you have multiple equipped creatures. Meanwhile, Barret, Avalanche Leader , is on the table, creating 2/2 Rebels for free with every new piece of equipment. Before you know it, an army is ready, and your opponents realize they've truly broken the limit.
Lore & Flavor
What makes this deck extra special is the loving translation of Final Fantasy VII into Magic. Sephiroth feels like a recurring threat, Meteor like an all-consuming spell, and Yuffie like a secretly stealing artifacts. For fans of the game, it's a feast of recognition, and for Magic players, a creative expansion of the Commander universe.
Zero's Tip
Do you prefer big, heroic battles? Choose Cloud. Prefer epic anime moments with multiple combat phases? Then Tifa is your girl. Whichever path you choose, remember that equipment is your key to success .
👉 Order the Limit Break Commander Deck or individual cards now in the ZeroGames shop and experience the power of Final Fantasy VII in Magic for yourself!
Review Scorecard
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Domain |
Score (1–5) |
Explanation |
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Quality |
4 |
Solid deck with strong synergy and good cards. |
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Fun factor |
5 |
Cloud and Tifa provide spectacular and thematic gameplay. |
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Price-quality |
4 |
Strong reprints and many new cards make this deck worth the money. |
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Beginner-friendly |
3 |
Playable out of the box, but Tifa requires more experience. |
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Upgrade potential |
4 |
Plenty of room to improve with additional equipment or combat triggers. |
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Meta-relevance |
3 |
Not top-competitive, but powerful enough for a casual Commander. |
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ZeroGames value |
5 |
Great appeal due to Final Fantasy VII flavor and collector's value. |
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Total score |
4/5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ |
A strong and thematic deck that will appeal to both FF fans and MTG players. |
