We’re pretty excited for the release of Ixalan here at Card Kingdom. So excited, in fact, that we took it upon ourselves to answer an age-old question: Who would win in a battle between pirates and dinosaurs? Watch the epic showdown in our latest video, and preorder Ixalan from us today! Credits: Pirates: Stefan Marmion, Grace Nua, Kris Ferderer Dinosaurs: …
Let’s Brew: Nazahn, Revered Bladesmith
Deckbuilding, for me, is a struggle between crafting both great gameplay and compelling narrative. Having built upwards of 200 different decks, this task can be frustrating, as it is not just about being creative, but also about doing something different – something that will not only surprise and challenge my friends, but also to keep me wanting to improve on …
The Pile
About ten years ago, my friends and I heard tell of a new way to play Magic. The stories told of a huge pile of unsleeved cards that every player in the game would draw from, and that any spell could be cast as if its controller had infinite mana. This was the beginning of my life with what I …
New Battle Decks: August 2017
It’s Battle Deck Day once again, and we have three more must-have decks to tell you about! First up is Day of Doom, which is not your average red-white deck. Our in-house deck designers went all-in on Imminent Doom, an enchantment from Hour of Devastation with the power to decimate your opponent and any creatures they have on hand. This …
Tuning in for RPTQ Ixalan
Last weekend marked my first time playing in a Regional Pro Tour Qualifier (RPTQ) in person. While I had played previous RPTQ’s online, and with minimal outside support from my testing group, this would be my first time testing with a group of fellow Magic players who shared my goals, as well as making the voyage to a game store …
Making Magic with Melissa DeTora
In many ways, Magic is a game about change. In Magic‘s storyline, we meet new heroes and explore an ever-evolving Multiverse with them. In playing the game, we acquire new skills as we try out new cards and strategies. And sometimes, in order to ensure that these new cards and strategies are as fun and engaging as possible, Wizards of …
Card Kingdom Commanders: Frank’s Marrow-Gnawer
What makes a great deck? What makes a deck someone’s favorite? The answer is narrative. Of all the things that make Magic magic, it is the stories we create that establish connections. Loving the cards we play and playing the game we love isn’t just about how good the cards are or how well we play; it is our force, …
Judge’s Tower: It’s Just A Phase
(Editor’s Note: This article was originally published in August 2017, in the lead-up to the release of Commander 2017. It has been updated on July 7, 2020 to reference the newest card with phasing — Teferi, Master of Time — released in Core Set 2021.) Core Set 2021 just released (which, incidentally, you can order here), and players are already …
New Products: August 2017
At Card Kingdom, we’re constantly churning out ideas for new exclusive products and looking for the best Magic accessories to add to our inventory. Today, we’re going to give you the inside scoop on some of our newest arrivals. CK Exclusives Mana Base Land Kits Mana Base Land Kits provide all the non-basic lands you’ll need …
A Reader’s Guide to Magic Story
The release of Commander 2017 is nearly here, and with these four decks will come a whole slew of new legendary creature cards. While many will rejoice over the new mechanics and color combinations, those of us who have followed the Magic storyline for years will be overjoyed to finally see certain characters on a card for the first time. …