Selecting 10th Edition: Ravenous Baloth!
Teddy Card Game, fresh from his glorious victory with the mighty Paladin en-Vec, is convinced that this vote is a complete no-brainer. In the battle between Beasts and Trolls, it’s Boom Boom all the way…
Selecting 10th Edition – Paladin en-Vec!
Last week, Teddy Card Game came to state the case of Earthquake, singing the praises of the Red board-clearing staple. Thing is, he lost. This week, it’s the turn of the mighty Paldin en-Vec… can Ted save this Jitte-weilding superman from extinction? Or will the Auriok Champion take the crown? This, plus the tale of the tallest taxi driver in the world…
Selecting 10th Edition – Earthquake!
Yes folks, it’s that time again… 10th Edition looms large on the horizon, and it’s time to cast your votes for the marquee cards to be included in the Next Base Set! Today’s dilemma is a seemingly simple one… Earthquake or Hurricane? Teddy Card Game votes for the Old Red Standby…
The Road to Regionals – Mixed kNuts: Regionals 2006, Card Game UNLEASHED!
As is customary for any large Constructed tournament, the esteemed Theodore Cardgame presents his metagame breakdown… or does he? We know Regionals is gonna be huge, but we also know that the current Standard metagame is mesmerizing in its complexity. So, has Ted pulled it off? Or has he fallen by the wayside, blind and impotent, raging at the sky? You’ll have to read on to find out…
The Road to Regionals – Laying Heavy Wood: U/G in Standard
When the Grand Vizier of the Metagame, Mr Ted “Cardgame” Knutson, champions a deck that feels as powerful as U/G Madness and Affinity, you’d do well to heed his words. His strong U/G build is sure to be a force in the coming Regionals tournaments. Even if you don’t run it, you’d best be prepared to face it. Attacking with monsters, removing blockers, disrupting your opponent… this deck is a contender.
Mixed kNuts: Drafting With Dissension
Teddy Card Game brings us the Limited information we’re all clamoring for… just what are the strongest color triads in RGD Draft? Are the Azorius unstoppable? Are the Simic sublime? Do the Rakdos run amok? The answers to these questions, and much more, are but a mouseclick away!
Thinking It Through Vol. 2 – Bloodthirsty
Teddy Card Game returns with the second article in the excellent Thinking It Through series. With the help of some of the greatest Limited minds in the game today, Ted explores a number of common 40-card dilemmas. Today, they revolve around Bloodthirst. Have you got the courage to block? Read on to find out…
Mixed kNuts: Fun With Ninjas and Friends
Teddy Card Game returns with a comprehensive breakdown of a as-yet unheralded Standard deck. In his last article, he invited his readers to vote for the weapon of choice… and the ninjas won out. Ninja Stompy gets the Knutson treatment, and he also shares his thoughts on Team Standard. Plus, more of the random Knutson nonsense we all know and love…
Mixed kNuts: Hawaii and the New Standard
Fresh from his fact-finding trip to Hawaii, Teddy Card Game debunks some popular myths regarding the current Standard metagame. By breaking down the Honolulu results, he brings his expert analysis to bear on what promises to be an incredibly open format. Plus, he highlights some funky Hawaiian decks you may not have seen…
Spotlight on Standard – Too Cool for Gruul
Each day this week, your Premium writers will be commenting on the upcoming Pro Tour event, with analyses of what decks to see, how the format will shape up, and updated revisions of existing powerhouses. Aside from being dashingly handsome, Teddy Card Game is reknowned for his expert skills at Metagame Analysis. With the Pro Tour mere days away, Ted shares his predictions… plus his latest Gruul and Zoo decklists!
Where Have All the Writers Gone? My 2006 Magic Invitational Ballot
The voting for the 2006 Magic Invitational continues, and the hotly contested Writer’s Vote is just around the corner. One player, chosen by a select squad plucked from the writing community, will win a spot at this year’s show. Each day this week, a panel memeber will outline his choices. Today it’s the turn of the esteemed Teddy Cardgame.
Thinking It Through, Volume 1
Teddy Card Game returns with the first of what promises to be an informative and entertaining series. With the help of some established Pros – Mike Turian, Anton Jonsson, and winner of the recent Grand Prix: Richmond, Rich Hoaen – Ted examines a number of tricky game situations in search of the optimal play. All this plus your usual dollop of Knutson whimsy, in which Ted finally develops a decent taste in music.
Ravnica Sealed In Action
The inestimable Ted Knutson takes us on a Ravnica/Guildpact Sealed Deck journey, armed with bombs and matchup data galore. Along the way, he imparts the Three Golden Rules one must learn in order to succeed in Ravnica Block Limited…
Mixed kNuts: Wanted – Limited Manabase Technician. Inquire Inside.
You are probably wondering at this point, “Why should I read Knutson’s drivel?” I’ll tell you why… Two Sealed Deck card pools, two Top 8s, The Guest Spot featuring one Anton Jonsson, and my Top 25 Songs list of 2005. Think of it as an extra value meal for your brain.
Mixed kNuts: Critical Hit
Not only does today’s Premium article feature Knutson discussing an updated list of Worlds 6-0 deck Critical Mass and what direction it might go post-Guildpact, but you also get Tim Aten doing his thing in The Guest Spot. How can you resist?