Embracing The Chaos – Gen Con And 99 Thoughts
Sheldon’s 99th article for Embracing the Chaos contains 99 thoughts on Gen Con and the format at large. For a fun look into Commander, Magic, and Gen Con, read this fun piece.
AuthorSheldon Menery
Magic Judge Hall of Famer Sheldon Menery was one of the most influential judges in the history of the game. He pioneered Commander and was a founding member of the Commander Rules Committee. After a seven-year battle with cancer, Sheldon passed away in 2023, leaving behind a legacy of kindness and respect, turning acquaintances into friends, and friends into family. “I count myself in nothing else so happy as in a soul remembering my good friends.” - William Shakespeare, Richard II
Embracing The Chaos – Gen Con And The New Phelddagrif
Sheldon is going to Gen Con! Get a chance to play against him and watch his panel this weekend; he’ll be bringing all his old decks as well as his new Phelddagrif Commander deck, so bring yours and battle.
Embracing The Chaos – Hall Of Fame Ballot 2011 (Plus Bonus Deck!)
It’s that time of year again; who will Sheldon vote into the Hall of Fame class of 2011? He lists the candidates he deems worthy, with some honorable mentions. Don’t miss the bonus decklist at the end.
Embracing The Chaos – New Commanders Week
Sheldon runs Animar and Riku in this week’s League, and his decks do him proud. For ideas on how to make your EDH Leagues into fun and exciting times, read Sheldon’s article series!
Embracing The Chaos – Monocolor Week
Sheldon is not a huge fan of monocolor Commander decks, but he had a chance to change his mind when he ran Isamaru and Azusa, Lost but Seeking for Generals in the last League tournament.
Embracing The Chaos – Grixis Week (Plus Bonus Deck Idea!)
Sheldon has built a Commander deck around Riku of Two Reflections, one of the new Commanders from the Commander deck product. What are the best creatures and spells to copy with Riku?
Embracing The Chaos – Dragon Week
The air in Week 5 of the Armada Games EDH League was filled with Dragons, from the raw aggression of Karrthus, Tyrant of Jund, to the careful planning of Intet, the Dreamer. Read Sheldon’s account of some Commander fun.
Embracing The Chaos – Old School Week
Sheldon shows off a Child of Alara Commander deck with nothing but commons! Some surprise penalties are introduced this week, and players rebel. What do you think about the new rules for this week of EDH League?
Embracing The Chaos – Rith Week
For Week 3 of the Armada EDH League, Sheldon trotted out two different Rith, the Awakener decks. He also lists out the new points system for the league, so check it out and evaluate the changes!
Embracing The Chaos – Embracing Animar
On Monday, Sheldon previewed Animar, Soul of Elements and suggested some cards that might go with it. Today, he’s suggesting a build for an Animar deck that looks fun, interesting, and not too threatening (so he says).
Embracing The Chaos – Other Peoples’ Decks Week
Sheldon returns to the EDH League and plays two Commander decks by Michael and Aaron Fortino, Skeleton Ship and Teneb, the Harvester. Also don’t miss the Commander Deck art previews at the end. Stunning!
Embracing The Chaos – Other Peoples’ Decks Week
Sheldon returns to the EDH League and plays two Commander decks by Michael and Aaron Fortino, Skeleton Ship and Teneb, the Harvester. Also don’t miss the Commander Deck art previews at the end. Stunning!
Embracing The Chaos – Got You In A Stranglehold On Me, Baby
The newest preview card from the Commander decks is one that will put a stranglehold on your opponents! No more all-you-can-search or infinite-turn games and a way to keep your foes honest.
Embracing The Chaos – Got You In A Stranglehold On Me, Baby
The newest preview card from the Commander decks is one that will put a stranglehold on your opponents! No more all-you-can-search or infinite-turn games and a way to keep your foes honest.
Embracing The Chaos – The Fab Five
Sheldon continues Commander Deck Preview week by discussing five cards previewed from last week and their applications in the Commander format. Don’t forget to snatch up your copies before they run out!