1. What is the Deck Power Calculator?

The Deck Power Calculator estimates the overall strength of a Magic: The Gathering deck by combining the average converted mana cost (CMC) with synergy scores. This provides a quantitative measure of deck performance and strategic coherence.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the deck power formula:

Where:

• \( \text{average CMC} \) — Average converted mana cost of all cards in the deck
• \( \text{synergies} \) — Numerical score representing card interaction and combo potential

Explanation: The formula combines the mana efficiency of the deck with its strategic synergy to produce an overall power rating.

3. Importance of Deck Power Calculation

Details: Calculating deck power helps players optimize their Magic: The Gathering decks, balance mana curves, and maximize card interactions for competitive play.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter the average converted mana cost and synergy score as unitless values. Both values must be non-negative numbers.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: How do I calculate average CMC?
A: Sum the converted mana cost of all cards in your deck and divide by the total number of cards.

Q2: How is synergy score determined?
A: Synergy score is subjective but typically rates how well cards work together (0-10 scale), with higher scores indicating better combos and interactions.

Q3: What is a good power score?
A: Power scores vary by format, but generally scores above 15 indicate strong, well-optimized decks with good mana curves and synergy.

Q4: Does this work for all MTG formats?
A: The calculator works for any format, but optimal power scores may differ between Standard, Modern, Commander, and other formats.

Q5: Should land cards be included in CMC calculation?
A: Yes, include all cards in your deck when calculating average CMC, as lands contribute to the overall mana base.