Legacy: Modern Horizons 3 reshapes metagame.

Alright, Legacy players, let's dive into this month's data report. The format is showing a strong pulse with a Final Health Index of 78.3, signaling a healthy but incredibly dynamic metagame. The main story this month is undoubtedly the seismic shift introduced by Modern Horizons 3, sparking rapid innovation and adaptation across the board. It's a challenging but exciting time to be playing Legacy.

Looking at the numbers, our Metagame Diversity Score sits at a solid 76.7, backed by an excellent Archetype Distribution Score of 94.4. Aggro, Control, and Combo are all holding roughly a third of the metagame, which is a fantastic balance. Event Growth is stable at 0.5% monthly, reflected in a score of 86.0. Player Growth is somewhat mixed at 70.0; while paper participation is stable, MTGO participation shows a slight decline.

When it comes to the top contenders, Dimir Tempo leads the pack, holding a significant 10.2% of the metagame. Boros Aggro and Eldrazi Aggro are also strong forces at 6% and 5% respectively, with new Eldrazi threats revitalizing Eldrazi Stompy. Death & Taxes and UR Tempo are holding their ground, while decks like Artifacts Blue, Maverick, and various Stompy variants round out the top 10.

The community buzz is all about Modern Horizons 3. Nadu, Winged Wisdom has become a central topic, establishing a potent new combo archetype, often paired with cards like Shuko or Sylvan Library. Beyond Nadu, cards like Flare of Denial and Flare of Cultivation are offering new free interaction, while Nethergoyf is making waves as a resilient threat. No recent B&R announcements have impacted the format, so all this change is purely from new card introductions. While there's an undercurrent of concern about power creep and cost, the overall sentiment is one of cautious optimism, with players embracing the fresh challenge and the influx of new strategies.