Gecko Moria (080)

Strategic Overview

Gecko Moria (OP06-080) is a powerhouse mono-black Leader that defines the Thriller Bark Pirates archetype. His gameplay revolves around absolute control of the graveyard, turning his trash into a second hand. By trashing cards from his hand and deck during an attack, Moria ensures that his recursive engine is constantly fueled with high-value targets. His ability to cheat out a 4-cost or less Character from the trash provides unparalleled board presence and action economy, allowing you to maintain pressure while others are depleting their resources.

Playing Moria requires a delicate balance of resource management. You must ensure your trash is populated with essential utility pieces early on. His 5-life total provides the necessary cushion to take early hits, which actually helps fill the trash via damage. In the mid-to-late game, Moria becomes an inevitable force, consistently rebuilding his board every single turn he declares an attack.

Key Strategic Synergies

• Gecko Moria (OP06-086): The ultimate character version. While the Leader swarms mid-cost units, character Moria provides massive late-game recursion that can end matches instantly.
• Absalom (OP06-081): The primary removal target. Leader Moria can pull Absalom from the trash to K.O. small characters, maintaining board control for just 2 rested DON!!.
• Victoria Cindry (OP06-092): Essential for early milling. She fills the trash immediately on Turn 1 or 2, setting up Moria's Leader ability for success.