The Ultimate Core Set 2020 Standard Deck Dump
You want Standard decks with the new set? GerryT has Standard decks with the new set. More than a dozen of them. Fourteen, to be precise. Let the preparation for SCG Worcester begin!
AuthorGerry Thompson
Gerry Thompson is a Constructed specialist, Platinum pro, and former SCG Tour end boss. His career highlights include twelve Grand Prix Top 8s with two wins and seven SCG Invitational Top 8s with two wins. He won Pro Tour Amonkhet, lost in the finals of Pro Tour Rivals of Ixalan, and made the Top 8 of Pro Tour Gatecrash. Many of the first SCG Tour records were set by him.
Updating Mardu Pyromancer In Time For SCG Pittsburgh
GerryT got a nickname for himself as “Mardu Guy,” and he’s been playing his signature Mardu Pyromancer deck in Modern! Get his updates for SCG Pittsburgh…and see what surprising card got the axe!
Izzet Phoenix Isn’t Dead
GerryT had a four-figure score at a local event with Izzet Phoenix in Modern! He shares his list that can brawl with Bridgevine and all the rest!
Five Decks That Can Beat Bridgevine This Weekend
Hogaak, Arisen Necropolis decks have proven themselves Modern menaces on Magic Online. What’s a paper player to do when the graveyard-based builds are poised to be even better this weekend? GerryT has five suggestions!
My Season One Invitational Called Shots
GerryT makes seven predictions for the Season One Invitational and reveals the tension between the decks he thinks he should register … and the ones he likely will!
Here’s The Best Version Of Command The Dreadhorde In War Of The Spark Standard
Command the Dreadhorde is an obviously powerful card, but is four-color the best way to build around it? GerryT shares his latest list ahead of SCG CON!
Lava Dart Is Secretly The Best Card In Modern Horizons
Could a humble common reprint really be the best card in Modern Horizons? Gerry Thompson thinks highly of Lava Dart, and he serves up four brews that give you a sample of what it can do in Modern!
Azorius Control Is Finally Good In Modern
GerryT has notably and pointedly been an anti-fan of Azorius Control in Modern. What’s changed his mind for SCG Louisville? If you guessed “War of the Spark planeswalkers,” you’re on the right track…
The Best Versions Of The Best Decks For SCG Syracuse
SCG Syracuse promises a wide-open Standard field, so what are the best ways to build for it? GerryT offers his latest lists for all who want to be ready for this weekend’s events!
Esper Midrange Is Better Than Esper Control For SCG Syracuse
For the SCG Syracuse metagame GerryT expects, Esper Midrange is better-positioned than Esper Control. He breaks down why and offers a list with sideboarding guide!
Does Ugin’s Conjurant Break Modern?
Ugin’s Conjurant combines with Celestial Kirin to destroy all lands. But is this truly Armageddon? Gerry Thompson investigates the possibilities and provides several brews!
Why Dimir Midrange Is The Only Way To Attack SCG Richmond
Slow and steady wrecks the face! GerryT shares the deck he would run at SCG Richmond, what makes it so powerful, and even how to sideboard!
Making The Best Standard Engine With Soul Diviner
The repeatable card draw of Soul Diviner got GerryT’s attention! Check out the many brews he went through, including Zombie Aggro and SuperFriends builds, before settling on a most surprising list!
Bolas’s Master Plan: Enter The God-Eternals Will Kill Aggro
Do you like beating down with creatures in Standard? Too bad! GerryT is here to tell you why Enter the God-Eternals means aggro’s reign is over!
Why You Shouldn’t Be Overlooking Augur Of Bolas
The last time Augur of Bolas was Standard-legal, Gerry Thompson used it to debut on the Sunday stage. Learn how you can use this crucial reprint in the upcoming Standard format!