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AuthorBrian Braun-Duin

Brian Braun-Duin is one of the most well-known Magic pros in the game today. His notable successes include two Grand Prix wins, four SCG Invitational Top 8s, a host of SCG Open Top 8s, and multiple PTQ wins. He strives to make Squire a respected card in Legacy and Modern.

BBD VS. CVM: Esper Control VS. Temur Monsters

Khans of Tarkir Standard is upon us and these two guys can’t wait until next week to get it going! See how they fare with some of the most powerful possibilities of new Standard!

I’ve Played Khans Of Tarkir Standard

Thanks to his work on the Versus Video Series, BBD has seen the future! Check out card evaluations from Khans of Tarkir from someone who has actually playtested the format!

BBD VS. CVM: Sultai Midrange VS. Jund

Join BBD and CVM as they compete for the best tech in Modern! Try either of these archetypes at the $5,000 Modern Premier IQ at #SCGSTL!

Staying The Courser

BBD is a firm believer in the power of the great Courser of Kruphix. How big will its impact be? Maybe more importantly, which cards can compete with it? Read BBD’s latest work to find out this and more!

BBD VS. CVM: Affinity VS. MUD

BBD and CVM are testing for the #SCGINVI and what better way to do it than throw a bunch of artifacts at one another! If you like robot monster armies, look no further!

The Sleepers

People are already speculating on some major post-rotation breakouts, but what cards are the masses missing? BBD has some pretty sweet picks for Standard’s future that few others are talking about!

BBD VS. CVM: BUG Walkers VS. R/W Devotion

The Beard Power brigade is back with another Standard clash! All five colors are on display today as these two Open Series mainstays test some new ideas for #SCGDC!

Figuring Out M15 Limited

BBD tells you every archetype he can honestly recommend jumping into for Magic 2015! Save yourself time with dozens of failed test drafts and follow BBD’s finely honed Limited expertise!

BBD VS. CVM: Junk Reanimator VS. Jund Monsters

Duck and run for cover as BBD and CVM line up the biggest and scariest creatures around for this Standard Versus clash!

This Week In MTG News!

BREAKING NEWS: A new study finds that no matter what your experience, you can win every single game of Magic you ever play. We’ll tell you how in a moment, but first, let’s send it over to anchorman Brian Braun-Duin, who is standing by.

BBD VS. CVM: Naya Midrange VS. Sligh

Look out control players! BBD and CVM are throwing creatures and burn all over the place in this #SCGNY Standard Versus video!

Changing Perspective

BBD had some great runs this year. These runs put him in position for some lofty new goals, but ultimately, those goals were missed by inches. Here he discusses the importance of perspective when playing Magic as competitively as he does.

BBD VS. CVM: R/G Devotion VS. Mono Black Devotion

In preparation for #SCGKC, BBD tries something explosive and new, while CVM pilots public enemy number one!

Baltimore Of The Same

BBD had a good, not great weekend at #SCGBALT. Find out about his thoughts on Standard, the Pro Tour, and the metagame at large heading into #SCGKC!

BBD VS. CVM: Magic 2015 Clash Pack!

BBD and CVM show off Magic 2015 Core Set’s brand new Clash Packs! These are great for teaching friends or for putting an easy deck together for your next FNM!