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AuthorRyan Saxe

Ryan is a Limited specialist who prides himself in his efficacy for problem solving and innovative solutions to Draft formats. Finding exploitable strategies within a Limited format is what he does best, and teaching the skills necessary to succeed in Limited is a close second.

Everything You Need To Know About Silverquill In Strixhaven Limited

Ryan Saxe sees Silverquill as the best Strixhaven college for aggro in Limited, but his latest set of drafting decisions is anything but black and white.

Understanding Witherbloom In Strixhaven Draft

Ryan Saxe continues his theoretical examination of Strixhaven Draft with a look at Witherbloom’s themes and key cards.

The Exploration Versus Exploitation Dilemma In Strixhaven Draft

In a Draft format, when do you stop experimenting and just use the knowledge you have? Ryan Saxe faces the problem with his first Strixhaven picks.

Magecraft Expectations In Strixhaven Limited

How will magecraft affect Strixhaven Limited? Ryan Saxe breaks down its complex interactions with learn, Lessons, and much more.

A Lesson On Learning In Strixhaven Limited

The Lesson subtype and learn mechanic will make Strixhaven Draft complex. Ryan Saxe uses the concepts of coverage and scarcity to explore both.

Debating Between Two Strategies While Navigating Kaldheim Draft

Ryan Saxe lays out the four major macro-strategies of Kaldheim Draft and presents picks that seem to pull a deck in multiple directions.

Squash Is Underrated In Kaldheim Draft

Ryan Saxe serves up Kaldheim Draft picks with a double helping of Squash. Will he really take the red common back-to-back?

Goldvein Pick: The Secret Best White Common in Kaldheim Draft

Many players are sleeping on white in Kaldheim Draft, but Ryan Saxe believes he’s found the secret common that makes it a serious contender!

Is Black Undraftable In Kaldheim Limited?

Black may be the weakest color in Kaldheim Draft, but should you avoid it entirely? Ryan Saxe faces temptation from tricky picks.

Why Dwarven Hammer Is A Key Piece Of Drafting Boros In Kaldheim Limited

Are you undervaluing Dwarven Hammer for Boros decks in Kaldheim Limited? Ryan Saxe equips you with essential knowledge.

Moving From The First Macro To Optimizing Micro In Kaldheim Draft

Small adjustments can make big differences to your Draft outcomes. Ryan Saxe illustrates the principle with key picks from a trophy-winning deck.

The Pillars Of Kaldheim Draft And Pivoting When Appropriate

One of Ryan Saxe’s most complicated drafts ever yields lessons on Kaldheim Limited’s pillars and pivoting mid-draft.

Is Mono-White Aggro A Top-Tier Deck In Kaldheim Draft?

Can a low-curve aggro deck hold its own against the haymakers all over Kaldheim Draft? Ryan Saxe puts the idea to the test.

Is Kaldheim Draft A Format Where We Can First-Pick A Gold Card?

Ryan Saxe returns with more Kaldheim Draft picks. Today’s big question: when going for the gold, is it right to take a gold card Pack 1, Pick 1?

How Should You Prioritize Snow-Covered Lands In Kaldheim Draft?

Ryan Saxe’s first set of Draft dilemmas focuses on snow lands. When should you take them early, and when are other cards better picks?