How Much Does Going Last in EDH Suck?
Going last in EDH can feel pretty miserable – especially if more than one of your opponents get a speedy start. But just how bad is it to go last? Is it blown out of proportion? Kristen entertains some of the arguments. Going last in Commander: it’s something we all pray to never happen, and when it happens consecutively, it ... Read More...
The Meaning of Community in Magic
Magic has its fair share of luminaries — faces we all know and perspectives we all care about. We gather inspiration from Rhystic Studies videos and the musings of Mark Rosewater. We marvel at the plays of Pro Tour champions and crack packs alongside the LoadingReadyRun crew. These individuals help shape the Magic community and give us a place to ... Read More...
Modern Meta Developments Post Modern Horizons 2
Did you play Modern around the release of Modern Horizons 2 but have since taken a break? If so, good news — today we are going over how the meta game and classic modern decks have evolved in the last few months so you’re not surprised when going to your Regional Championship Qualifier. If you have kept up to date, ... Read More...
UNFINITY Spoilers Reveal Sticky Situation for Eternal Formats
UNFINITY, like any Un-set, continues a 25-year tradition of having fun by stretching Magic to its limits as a game. However, Wizards of the Coast is breaking with tradition by making half the set playable in eternal formats like Legacy, Vintage and Commander, where tournaments sometimes take place. While adding more cards to these formats is usually cause for celebration, ... Read More...
On This Date in Magic History: Eighth Edition (July 28, 2003)
Welcome back to another edition of “This Day in Magic History,” where this time we’re taking a look at the release of Eighth Edition, which debuted on July 29, 2003. A discussion of this set may not sound particularly interesting at first. After all, Eighth Edition was a core set during an era when core sets consisted entirely of reprints. However, ... Read More...
The History of Dominaria, Part 1
Dominaria United is still more than a month away, but that gives us enough time to delve into a very expansive topic: the history of Dominaria as a plane. For folks newer to Magic, or those who just never paid any attention to the story, the first thing to know is that for a long, long time, Dominaria was The ... Read More...
Card Kingdom Welcomes a Union
Today, the National Labor Relations Board announced the results of the union election process for Card Kingdom’s Operations employees. With a majority of votes, the United Food and Commercial Workers, Local 3000, has been elected to represent Operations employees from Card Kingdom. We continue our commitment to our employees. We maintain our long-term aspiration to become a truly employee-centered gaming ... Read More...