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Purple Recycler Deck Guide by #1 Dummy Thicc Player Loffee

By Loffee4 min read

Looking to master the Purple Recycler Deck in Vibes? This powerful and fun-to-play deck excels in card draw, board control, and strategic decision-making. It offers players a high level of agency by allowing them to cycle through their deck efficiently and remove key threats with ease. This guide will cover the deck's core components, strategies, and card substitutions, helping you dominate the game by maximizing value from your ice and removal tools.

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2xBunkus, Who Is the StarsCard preview
4xGot 'Em!Card preview
4xOverwhelm With KnowledgeCard preview
4xAdventure SquadCard preview
4xHave a Philosophical DebateCard preview
4xMoonlit PenguinCard preview
4xPenguin Who Runs the LiftCard preview
4xPenguin Who's OKCard preview
4xPurple Wizard PenguinCard preview
4xBrainy PenguinCard preview
4xChange PerspectiveCard preview
4xChase Your DreamsCard preview
4xCooking PenguinCard preview
4xProsperous PenguinCard preview
2xPurple Mega PenguinCard preview

The Ultimate Guide to the Purple Recycler Deck

Introduction

Welcome to the comprehensive guide to one of the most versatile decks in Vibes: the Purple Recycler Deck. This deck excels in card draw, board control, and resource management, making it a strong choice for players who enjoy strategic, value-driven gameplay. In this article, we'll break down the deck's core components, strategic gameplay, and potential substitutions to help you master it.

Deck Composition

Core Cards

The backbone of the Purple Recycler Deck is its card draw and recycling engine, enabling continuous value generation. The deck revolves around building up cards in the ice and efficiently utilizing them for removal and advantage.

Key engine cards include:

  • Penguin Who's OKCard preview (x4): Allows you to ice the top card of either deck whenever you draw a card, fueling the deck’s strategy.

  • Brainy PenguinCard preview (x4): Provides card draw and icing synergy, helping cycle through the deck quickly.

  • Change PerspectiveCard preview (x4): Draws three cards while icing one, offering both card advantage and ice setup.

  • Chase Your DreamsCard preview (x4): Provides additional card draw when played from the ice, fueling the resource engine.

Removal Package

To control the board and maintain an advantage, the deck features a robust removal suite:

  • Got 'Em!Card preview (x4): A free removal spell that handles key threats efficiently.

  • Adventure SquadCard preview (x4): Ideal for removing larger threats while synergizing with the deck's low-Vibe penguins.

  • HaveAPhilosophicalDebateCard preview (x4): A powerful removal tool that makes great use of the deck's ice-building strategy.

  • PhosphorousPenguinCard preview (x4): Provides removal from the ice while generating additional Pudge.

Pudge Generation

Efficient resource generation is critical for executing the deck’s game plan. Key penguins include:

  • Purple Wizard PenguinCard preview (x4): Generates two Pudge for two Fish, providing consistent early-game economy.

  • Penguin Who Runs the LiftCard preview (x4): A core value engine that scales well into the late game.

  • Bunkus, Who Is the StarsCard preview (x2): A high-impact finisher that grows stronger as the game progresses.

  • Cooking PenguinCard preview (x2): Enables rapid board recovery after a wipe.

Flex Slots

The remaining slots can be adjusted based on the meta. Recommended options include:

  • Moonlit PenguinCard preview (x2): Strong against aggressive decks by establishing early Pudge presence.

  • Purple Mega PenguinCard preview (x2): Provides mid-game bulk and additional recursion from the ice.

Mulligan Strategy

Mulligan decisions heavily impact the deck's performance. Always prioritize hands with early game ice generation and Pudge production. Key guidelines include:

  • Keep low-cost penguins (Penguin Who's OKCard preview, Purple Wizard PenguinCard preview).

  • Look for early removal options like Got 'Em!Card preview, especially against aggressive decks.

  • Avoid keeping high-cost cards unless you have a solid early-game curve.

Gameplay Strategy

This deck thrives on maintaining control of the board while building value over time. Key strategies include:

Early Game

  • Establish board presence with Penguin Who's OKCard preview and Purple Wizard PenguinCard preview.

  • Use early removal to prevent your opponent from snowballing.

Mid-Game

  • Leverage the card draw engine to build up your ice and cycle through your deck efficiently.

  • Prepare for a powerful Bunkus, Who Is the StarsCard preview turn by filling your ice with valuable cards.

Late Game

  • Close out games with large Penguin Who Runs the LiftCard preview and a massive Bunkus, Who Is the StarsCard preview, outscaling your opponent.

  • Utilize recurring removal tools from the ice to ensure board control.

Substitutions

If you lack certain cards, here are some viable replacements:

  • Brainy PenguinCard preview: Can be swapped for additional copies of Moonlit PenguinCard preview or Cooking PenguinCard preview.

  • Bunkus, Who Is the StarsCard preview: If you only have one, consider replacing the second with Galaxy PenguinCard preview.

  • Purple Mega PenguinCard preview: Substitute with more copies of Moonlit PenguinCard preview to strengthen against aggro decks.

Conclusion

The Purple Recycler Deck is a powerhouse that, when piloted correctly, can out-value most opponents. With the right balance of removal, card draw, and resource generation, it provides a flexible yet dominant playstyle. Keep refining your skills, and soon enough, you'll be climbing the ranks with ease.

Stay tuned for more deck guides and strategies, and join the Vibes community to discuss deck ideas and improvements!