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AuthorJohn F. Rizzo

If you seek hardcore technology, complete metagame breakdowns, and detailed deck analysis, read JFR to be severely disappointed. He's all about twisted tech, illogical breakdowns, and shady analysis, with curious grammar, questionable theory, obscure references, and his own brand of ambiguous philosophy thrown in when you weren't looking.

Theros: A Marvel To Behold

John Friggin’ Rizzo returns to StarCityGames from the dark seclusion of his van down by the river to give you his thorough analysis of Theros in all formats (even Vintage) whether you like it or not. So you might as well like it.

Seven Broken Legs In Pittsburgh

StarCityGames.com’s most infamous writer is back with the kind of tournament report that only the Friggin’ one can present! Looking for the lulz? Rizzo delivers.

Feature Article – Big Mana Rock Ready To Roll

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Monday, February 18th – John Friggin’ Rizzo is ready for some hot and heavy PTQ action! He has his deck of choice – Big Mana Rock – sleeved, tweaked, and ready to go. Today, he takes us through his thoughts on the deck and matchups, before telling us that he feels the deck is very good indeed. The last time he felt that was the day he brought us Friggorid…

Feature Article – Extended Tech: Size Does Matter

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Having successfully decimated Extended once before, the mighty JFR is on the prowl for a second superstar creation. Today, he talks us through the genesis of his Big Mana Rock deck, in his usual inimitable style. Strap yourself in, it’s gonna be a bumpy ride…

Feature Article – Those New Set Tribal Blues

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There’s a new set in town… Morningtide is here to rock our socks and set our Tribal / Class juices flowing. Some people, however, are not so enamored of the current Tribal direction in which the game is headed. John Friggin’ Rizzo takes a sledgehammer to the Tribal theme in a provocative article crammed with his usual verve and passion. Do you agree with his assessment?

[Editor’s Note – Mike Flores will be appearing on Monday, folks… watch this space!]

Feature Article – From The Desk Of The Constructed Specialist

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Another week, another bile-fuelled rant from John Friggin’ Rizzo! In today’s offering, the mighty JFR lays into Limited, advertizing executives, and himself, with his usual acerbic style. He also updates his funky Red/Black Madness deck in Standard, and reveals his New Year’s Resolutions! As always when reading Rizzo, remember: buyer beware.

Feature Article – Madness Still Rocks!

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It’s been a while since JFR spewed his heady brand of bile into our collective brainpans… but believe me, today the Mighty Rizz is back with a bang. He takes us through his latest trawl through the murkier backwaters of Standard, piloting an exciting Madness deck to good result at both States and City Champs. So, has John done it again? Has he broken the format? Click here to find out!

Feature Article – It’s Madness I Tell You!

States is coming!
Stephen is having a well-earned break in preparation for Pro Tour: Valencia and The Invitational. In his place we have the irreplaceable John Friggin’ Rizzo with another entertaining rant! This week, JFR takes a look at Standard decks that discard cards for fun and profit, featuring the 3/1 flyer for two mana that may well be the sleeper hit of Lorwyn: Oona’s Prowler. So, has JFR broke the format? Read on to find out!

Feature Article – You’re So Cool, Brewster!

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John Friggin’ Rizzo, the one-time destroyer of Extended, has gone a little peculiar. His article today is packed with the usual Mono Black in Standard musings, and Mono Black in Legacy tips… but we also learn a great deal about the man himself. Fun decks, fun plays, fun anecdotes, and the expected level of humorous invective… plus a frankly disturbing picture of the great man in full-on breakdance mode that will linger long in the memory.

Feature Article — These Pretzels Are Making Me Thirsty

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Today’s Feature Article sees John Friggin’ Rizzo is fine fettle. HE questions some of the more prosaic names appearing in the forthcoming Lorwyn expansion, he shares some last gasp Standard decks before the rotation, he wades into the 4/1 versus 3/2 card debate, and he shows us just why Tarmogoyf is the cod’s pods. All in his own firebrand signature style…

Feature Article – OMG The Most Super Duper Strategy And Tech Article Ever!

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Rizzo does it again! Today’s Feature Article sees J to the F to the R in fine hyperbolic form, kicking ass and taking names through three tournaments with his usual panache and style. As always, his article is full of decklists, frolics, and life… and should not be attempted by anyone with a weak heart. 13000 words of pure love, from the guy who came fifth in the Storyteller ballot!