5 Underrated Commander Cards from Planar Chaos
Magic’s next in-universe set is Reality Fracture, and a couple of weeks ago I wrote about some of the things we might see in that upcoming set. In doing so, I discussed Planar Chaos, a set that came out in 2007 that had a similar theme – it was all about alternate realities in Magic. This got me thinking about ... Read More...
5 Great Commanders for Beginners
Commander is the most popular way to play Magic, and the most social. As a beginner, it can be overwhelming to choose where to start. These are our picks for some great beginner options – and why to pick them. WHAT MAKES A GREAT BEGINNER COMMANDER Not all Commanders are good for a beginner. In fact, some of them can ... Read More...
Card Kingdom and Friends Put on a Royal Show at MagicCon
MagicCon: Las Vegas was hotly anticipated as one of the biggest dates on the Magic calendar. Our Card Kingdom team joined thousands of other planeswalkers at the Las Vegas Convention Center last weekend – and we’re glad to confirm that it lived up to the hype! Naturally the top attraction was the Mana Stage, where Wizards employees were making headlines ... Read More...
The Real Reason I Don’t Play Blue Green in Commander
Blue Green decks – otherwise known as UG, or Simic – are some of the strongest and craziest decks in Commander. They’re able to pull off massive mana generation and draw the most cards. So why don’t I play them? The answer isn’t as obvious as you might think. THE POWER OF SIMIC Blue Green is one of the most ... Read More...
Marvel Super Heroes First Look
Magic Lovers Assemble: Because we’re fighting crime and saving the world! Are you ready to kick some bad guy butt? The Marvel Universe is crashing into Magic: The Gathering and we’re here to show you the goods. From Vibranium-powered plays to Hulk-sized swings, these products have it all. So grab your shield, suit up, and remember: Whosoever reads this blog, ... Read More...
Secret No Longer! The Secrets of Strixhaven Cards Breaking Into Competitive Play
One interesting thing about competitive Magic compared to seasonal sports competition is that not all event weeks are created equal. There are peaks and troughs to the schedule – and this last fortnight has been quite an intense peak! The release of Secrets of Strixhaven has added a ton of significant cards to the Constructed card pool, opening up new ... Read More...
An Introduction to the Premodern Format
Magic: the Gathering has no shortage of formats, so you can always find one that appeals to you. One of Magic’s newest formats is Premodern. In this article I’m going to break down what this format is about and whether it might appeal to you, while also discussing the kinds of decks that are viable in this format. THE BASICS ... Read More...