Cumulative Upkeep – MTG Keywords Explained
Magic: The Gathering has been around for a long time, and as you wade through the archives of older cards, there are bound to be some keywords that give you pause. Whether these keywords are completely new to you or you need a refresher, we’re here to help! Today, we’re here to explain a mechanic from way back in Ice ... Read More...
What Strixhaven’s Mystical Archive Means for Budget Magic
Wakey wakey, it’s time for Strixhaven! The most prestigious university in the Multiverse is opening its doors for us in the coming weeks, and social media is alight with talk over which College everyone belongs to. It’s having a massive impact on people’s ability to express themselves: some are abandoning the Boros Legion in favor of the more historically appreciative ... Read More...
Strixhaven’s Secret Sauce is Red Mana
Strixhaven looks to have a smorgasbord of powerful and exciting Magic cards. It seems to Kristen, though, that red is currently Magic’s Golden Child. Looking through the previews for Strixhaven, it’s occurred to me that all of the most exciting designs involve red mana. It’s no secret that red has been the second-most maligned color from the players’ perspective in ... Read More...
Strixhaven Product Delays
Wizards of the Coast recently announced a production delay affecting select Strixhaven products. In a statement on April 1st, Wizards stated that Strixhaven Draft Boosters and Japanese-language Set Boosters would be delayed in North America. Card Kingdom is still assessing the impact this delay will have on Strixhaven preorders, but wanted to share this information with our customers as soon ... Read More...
How Mystical Archive Will Impact Historic
Strixhaven: School of Mages preview season is in full swing. And on top of the usual excitement for preview season, players are also looking forward to the new Mystical Archive. Mystical Archive is a set list of instants and sorceries with alternate art that fill a land slot in each Strixhaven booster pack. It includes powerful and iconic spells from ... Read More...
What’s Banned in Commander (And Why)
If you’ve found yourself on this page, chances are you’d like to know exactly what cards are banned in Commander. Below we have a rundown of what cards are banned in Commander, followed up by some explanations of why we think they’re banned. Last Updated 04/22/25: Gifts Ungiven, Sway of the Stars, Braids, Cabal Minion, Coalition Victory and Panoptic Mirror ... Read More...
Card Kingdom Subscriber’s $500 Gift Card Giveaway
Subscribe to Card Kingdom’s email and SMS, and you’ll be entered to win a $500 (five-hundred-dollar) gift card. Here are the rules and conditions for our giveaway. HOW TO ENTER: Opt-in to both our newsletter and SMS marketing programs, and you will be automatically entered to win for as long as you are subscribed. We will announce one winner per ... Read More...