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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.

Where I’m Starting For New Standard

Full disclosure: Gerry doesn’t know what the bans will be, if anything. But you know what? We have a new set. We have an announcement coming. And we have a Pro Tour Champion who wants to build decks! It’d be criminal to stop him!

Fact Or Fiction: Out Of Energy

Gerry Thompson and Patrick Sullivan debate the cards that should go–and both believe something needs to go–from Temur Energy and its related oppressors. Vote for the cards you think should stay or go here!

The GAM Podcast Returns! Rivals Of Ixalan Top 10s!

Gerry and Bryan are finally back! And you know how Magic players like to say things aren’t close? Seriously, their picks from Rivals of Ixalan are not remotely close.

Vampire Decks: Let’s Do This

Want a new way to look at Vampires? Sorry, you’re out of luck. GerryT has TONS of new ways to look at them, instead! Gather around as he updates existing archetypes, explains new cards and where they slot in, and everything in between!

From Zero To Platinum

Pro Tour Amonkhet made Gerry Thompson a champion and Platinum pro. He shares his discoveries of 2017 and his quest for the New Year.

‘Tis The Season To Be Brewing

Get a peek at GerryT’s drawing board as he sketches out possibilities for Legacy and Modern in 2018! What twists will he put on favorites and decks fallen by the wayside? Will one of his Modern lists lead you to SCG Columbus success? What about Team Constructed at SCG Dallas?

The GAM Podcast, Episode 57: A Little Bit Of Everything

The title says it all! Join Gerry Thompson and Bryan Gottlieb on a whirlwind tour through Magic on the latest episode!

Video: U/W Control In Modern!

Let there be lockdown! Gerry Thompson pilots U/W Control in Modern on Magic Online ahead of the holiday. Get started on your preparation for SCG Columbus!

How To Beat Modern’s Big Mana Decks

The title says it all! Whether you’re looking to speed under them or disrupt and clock them, GerryT has the lists and the plans you need for your upcoming Modern events!

The GAM Podcast, Episode 56: Modern, Building Your Sideboards, And U/W Control

Gerry Thompson and Bryan Gottlieb get together to discuss the art of sideboard construction and why U/W Control is such an appealing option for those wanting to play fair Modern Magic.

Video: Thopter Sword In Modern!

Sword of the Meek hasn’t made many waves in Modern since it was let back into the format. Can Gerry Thompson’s new build featuring Search for Azcanta change all that? Let’s welcome Gerry back from the World Magic Cup!

The GAM Podcast, Episode 55: Why You Should Be Playing Sultai

Gerry Thompson and Bryan Gottlieb discuss Gerry’s World Magic Cup deck and why you should play it too!

Sultai Energy: Gameplay, Guides, And What Would You Do?

GerryT follows up yesterday’s sizzling Sultai Energy article with his latest decklist, sideboarding guides, and a full dozen “What would you do?” situations to contemplate, including that controversial play in the Top 16 against Wales! Get the heat-resistant gloves for this one, because he’s on fire!

The Magic World Cup And Sultai Are Both Incredible

Gerry Thompson and Team USA made the Top 16 of the World Magic Cup while he wielded Sultai Energy in Unified Standard! He’ll talk about the deck a little, but that’s not really the focus today. Instead, he really wants to celebrate one of the best tournaments he’s ever attended.

Video: Four-Color Marionette In Standard!

Just call GerryT the puppetmaster! He’s taking up the Four-Color Marionette Master Standard deck that made waves and the Top 16 at SCG Baltimore, and he’s putting it to the test on Magic Online ahead of the SCG Season Two Invitational!