Sometimes choosing what Commander to build next feels like an impossible decision. Kristen sits down to work through the often complex decision making process by sharing some thoughts on how to break through the indecision paralysis.  Under the monitor are a seemingly random assortment of Magic cards, numbering in the multiple-hundreds. To any uninvested onlooker, it might seem a chaotic ... Read More...

Modern is quickly becoming a pricey format to buy into if you don’t already have access to the staples. If you’re looking to get into the format without breaking the bank, we have five decks to share this week that will suit players of different play styles.  Before we get started, I want to acknowledge that everyone’s budget is different, ... Read More...

I’m not sure what it is about the plane of Innistrad that keeps producing such historically cool draft environments. Is it the design teams at WotC working to live up to the staggering heights of the original Innistrad format? Or are the plane’s mechanical themes of graveyard value and tribal synergies simply a recipe for good Limited gameplay? I’m sure ... Read More...

This past weekend was MTG Las Vegas, the first Grand Prix-like event since the start of the pandemic. I played in the Modern main event and finished in 9th place with a deck that I think is especially well-positioned right now. Today, I’ll be breaking down my Four-Color Yorion deck, including how to win, what cards to play, and how ... Read More...

Innistrad: Crimson Vow is out now, and we’re here to break down the set’s new mechanics. This new keyword may seem complex, but once you get it down, you’ll appreciate the flexibility. What is Cleave? All cleave cards have an amount of rules text that appears in square brackets. If you pay the normal mana cost for the spell, you ... Read More...

Black Friday and Cyber Monday are almost here, and there’s no better time to grab a good deal. With so many products, cards, and special editions, it can be overwhelming for many Magic players to find a good offer. In the spirit of the occasion, I’ve made a list of cards and products that are of excellent value at the ... Read More...

The past weekend was a highlight for Magic’s 2021 calendar, as thousands of exuberant players descended on Las Vegas for the “Magic: The Gathering: Las Vegas” event. The event, held at the Las Vegas Convention Center, was the first in-person “Gathering” for our community in over a year, and there was plenty of hype to be lived up to for ... Read More...