Which Colours Should I Play – White

White is appreciated in modern mainly for two things – small creatures with upsides and removal.

The “white weenie” strategy is popular in all formats, and Modern is no exception. In fact it is so popular it has spawned its own archetype – Hatebears. Hatebears are white creatures that are around 2 mana and have an effect that stops the opponent from doing certain things. Examples include Thalia, Guardian of Thraben and Leonin Arbiter. Another card that white is known for (although it is mainly used in decks that include both black and white) is Lingering Souls. This is a card that is well known due to its ability to provide blockers when needed, or the ability to provide 2 to 4 power in the air when desired. The flashback ability makes this card even more powerful by providing a second casting opportunity.

In terms of removal, white is well known for Path to Exile. This spell has already been discussed above. It is one of the most powerful removal spells in modern, costing just 1 mana, and having little to no downside in the later stages of a game.