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AuthorAdrian Sullivan

Pro Tour Dragons of Tarkir semifinalist Adrian Sullivan is considered one of the most influential writers and players in Magic history. Voted one of the Top 20 deckbuilders of all time by his Pro Tour peers, his decks have appeared in the Top 8 of major events for almost 20 years.

A Lantern To Light The Way

Adrian Sullivan went to Grand Prix Vancouver on a mission to crush souls and take names! He compares and contrasts his build of Lantern Control in Modern with the winning Grand Prix Brisbane list and breaks down the options to tailor the deck! Let him illuminate the way ahead of SCG Indianapolis!

Reflecting On SCG Regionals Modern

We got tons of results from SCG Regionals that will play a huge role in both SCG Baltimore and Grand Prix Vancouver! So which decks performed well and why? Adrian Sullivan has a few favorites you should definitely be aware of!

Fact Or Fiction: Modern And The Mardu Massacre

These men live to debate! And there’s plenty to quibble over this week as we waffle between the waiting jaws of Modern and the gassed up Standard that just won’t slow down! Two veterans. Five topics. One winner. Decide at once!

A Look At Post-Aether Revolt Modern

Aether Revolt has Adrian Sullivan excited for Modern again! Today he presents three brews for your SCG Regionals consideration. Spoiler alert: I hope you like casting Fatal Push!

Cata Mining Columbus

Data mining isn’t good enough when Saheeli’s Pet is everywhere! Adrian takes a look at the numbers that will predict SCG Richmond Standard!

Magic Before And After Reflector Mage

Magic veteran Adrian Sullivan has seen Reflector Mage before! In this excellent piece for deckbuilders and SCG Columbus hopefuls everywhere, he talks about the unprecedented nature of this card, though it has appeared in many forms in Magic’s history!

The Aether Revolt Red Review

It wouldn’t be review season without a tribute to red! Adrian Sullivan checks out the red cards of Aether Revolt and gives his verdict on the Standard must-plays, the unplayable, and everything in between! Fair warning: one of his ratings just might “Shock” you…

How To Most Enjoy Your Aether Revolt Prerelease

There’s a lot of value to be had at Prereleases if you know what to look out for! How many of you are already planning on getting your hands on Aether Revolt early?

2016 Magic Year In Review

Adrian Sullivan reviews his Magic events of 2016 and draws lessons from the highs and lows to help you with your game in the New Year!

New Standard Blood Right Now

Sure, you could wait for Aether Revolt to change the metagame, but what about Players’ Champion Joe Lossett crushing with an Energy-based deck? Adrian excitedly studies a new dimension in Standard!

Why I Play Lantern Control

Before and after Dredge, before and after W/R Prison, before and after it all: Adrian Sullivan is sticking by Lantern Control! What’s the appeal? He explains in detail!

The Return Of Mardu

Don’t say Adrian Sullivan didn’t warn you! Last time he wrote for SCG, he proclaimed the power of Mardu Vehicles, and Matt Severa is joining him today for a victory lap!

Magic Memes With Me And You

Adrian Sullivan uses the cards others have associated with him online to take a look back at nearly two decades’ worth of Magic lessons learned!

Mardu Is The Best

W/U Flash? B/G Delirium? Some data suggests these decks are the top of the mountain, but Adrian Sullivan has some information that says just a little bit otherwise! Don’t be shocked if #SCGKNOX gets run over by Vehicles!

Exploring Chandra, Torch Of Defiance In Modern

To hear the Magic hive mind tell it, first Chandra, Torch of Defiance was the second coming of Jace, the Mind Sculptor. Then she was terrible. Adrian Sullivan shows how she’s coming into her own in Modern ahead of #SCGCOL!