Discard Decks in Bloomburrow and Beyond

Talented Banditry: Discard Decks in Bloomburrow and Beyond

Tom AndersonDesign

Discard effects are essential to the balance of competitive Magic, and to the color identity of black as a whole. Whether it’s Duress, Thoughtseize, Grief, or Inquisition of Kozilek, almost any black decklist will find room for these powerful tools somewhere in their 75. But as popular as these targeted discard spells have been through the years, they are usually …

What Makes Discard so Strong in Commander

What Makes Discard so Strong in Commander?

Tom AndersonCommander

Magic has been around for long enough to spin off hundreds of unique mechanics, each with its own unique advantages, dedicated support cards and memorable payoffs. But when you throw them all together in the grand melting pot that is Commander, a few mechanics clearly stand out from the pack. They offer versatile deck building options, consistent performance in different …