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AuthorMichael Martin

Michael Martin is a competitive Magic player from Northern Virginia who enjoys all Magic formats. Four kids and a wife don't combo with constant travel, but he makes the most of the tournaments he does attend, winning Regionals, placing near the top of Open Series events, and making day 2 of Grand Prix.

Ranking All 41 Planeswalkers & Dissecting Kiora

Michael ranks all 41 released planeswalkers and then shares his thoughts about Kiora, the Crashing Wave. Agree or disagree with him in the comments!

The Possibilities Are Infinite

In this week’s article, Michael is inspired by a reader’s Possibility Storm brew to come up with his own list for Friday Night Magic. Check it out!

Magical Christmasland Standard Decks

Looking for a fun Standard deck to play at your next Friday Night Magic? Then check out these outside-the-box lists that Michael thought up!

An FNM Carol

Get in the holiday spirit by reading Michael Martin’s Magic-infused adaptation of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol.

Staying Ahead Of Standard Trends

This week Michael takes a break from the Golgari kick he’s been on lately and looks at what we can do to get ahead of the latest trends in Standard.

Get Your Mind In The Gutter(s Of Ravnica)

Michael talks about his recent adventures with Golgari in Standard and why you might want to consider playing the guild’s colors at #SCGOAK or #SCGCOL.

Just Another Tournament Report

Michael Martin made it to the second day of a Grand Prix for the first time at #GPDC and tells you how it happened in this thoughtful tournament report.

Abrupt Decay In Standard

Find out why Michael thinks the trifecta of Abrupt Decay, Hero’s Downfall, and Thoughtseize is where you want to be at for Standard at #SCGVB and #SCGPROV.

My Thoughts (And Desire To Play) Are Seized

This week Michael rants about Thoughtseize in Standard and gives you some ideas for how to fight against it at your next tournament.

Omenspeaker Is The New Preordain

Michael was in the first wave on Mono Blue Devotion, and now he’s trying to see how far that Nightveil Specter will stretch – presenting Mono Dimir Devotion? Is that a thing you can do? Read on and find out!

So Close No Matter How Far

Michael talks about three decks he’s been working on in Standard. Get some ideas before SCG Open Series: Indianapolis featuring the Invitational this weekend!

Who Is Your Master? Pyro Or Waves?

Michael looks more deeply into exploring the power of Master of Waves, evolving his early builds from last week’s article to put this powerful Mythic Rare to work!

Working Within Standard’s Confines

Michael takes a devoted look at one- and two-color decks using a few possible breakout Theros cards!

Are You Truly Devoted?

This week Michael Martin takes a look at what we might be able to do with Nykthos in Standard. See if you should play with the Shrine to Nyx at #SCGCLE!

Priorities & Regrets

In light of recent events, Michael shares some life strategy advice with you that he feels you should really take to heart.