Constructed Criticism – Magic Online And The Human Element
Friday, March 11 – Todd Anderson delves into the true nature of Magic Online and why it’s insufficient if you want to become better than merely good enough.
AuthorTodd Anderson
Todd Anderson has been a competitive Magic fixture for well over a decade, dominating The SCG Tour® with an astounding record 32 Top 8 appearances, including six wins. From his Pro Tour runs to his four Grand Prix Top 8s to his runner-up showing at the 2015 Players' Championship, Todd is one of the most dangerous opponents in the game.
Constructed Criticism – Stoneforge Mystic Across The Board
Thursday, March 3 – Everyone is Stoneforging in all the formats lately, it seems. Todd Anderson explains what makes the little Mystic so good and why Valakut could potentially rise again in Standard.
Constructed Criticism – GP Denver and PTQing with Wargate
Friday, February 25 – After a bad day of Sealed, Todd Anderson decided to crush the PTQ at GP Denver. His Wargate deck took him all the way to Top 8; try this Tier 1 deck for your next PTQ!
Constructed Criticism – Revitalizing Elves With Green Sun’s Zenith
Thursday, February 17 – Todd Anderson is excited about one of the best new cards in Extended: Green Sun’s Zenith! Check out his newest Elf Combo deck and take it to your next PTQ.
Constructed Criticism – Wargate Is Back!
Thursday, February 10 – Todd Anderson is on a winning streak again with a Wargate deck on Magic Online! Check out the next evolution of Scapeshift!
Constructed Criticism – Don’t Get Bitter, Get Better
Thursday, January 27 – Tilt is a powerful weapon, one that every Magic player needs to control to do well. Todd Anderson piloted a disruptive, land-destruction Naya deck to 65th place at GP Atlanta. Let him tell you how it’s done.
Constructed Criticism: A Grand Prix: Atlanta Cheat Sheet
Friday, January 21st – This week, we’re gonna get down to the nitty-gritty of Extended and I’m going to tell you how to beat all the decks you’re likely to face at Grand Prix: Atlanta.
Constructed Criticism – Bringing Back the Boogeymen: Part II
Friday, January 14th – If you’ve ever brought back multiple Vengevines from the graveyard, imagine that same feeling but with Demigods of Revenge.
Constructed Criticism – Bringing Back the Boogeymen: Part I
Thursday, January 6th – They’re back! The boogeymen of Standard’s past have all come back to haunt you. It’s like WotC cast Reanimate on every deck I’ve ever wanted to set on fire. Welcome to my world.
Tempered Steel: A Love Story
Tuesday, December 28th – Tempered Steel is an early favorite for best aggro deck, and has all the tools you need to win at your disposal. So let me show you my latest build, tuned for the variance of the first round of PTQs!
A Rant About Magic Online and a Level-Headed Look at Faeries
Wednesday, December 15th – Todd Anderson has a love/hate relationship with Magic Online, and it’s evident they’re on a downswing right now. Read his grievances, and read why you should absolutely be running Faeries in Extended.
Constructed Criticism – Real Vampires Don’t Glitter
Thursday, December 2nd – Are you sick of Jace, the Mind Sculptor? Do his stupid, light-bright eyes make you cringe every time he hits the battlefield on your opponent’s side of the board? Have no fear, this tribal deck will run him over.
Constructed Criticism – Those Crafty Phyrexians
Wednesday, November 24th – What are the best archetypes in Scars Draft? What makes it different from Mirrodin drafting? Todd gives us the rundown on what makes this a great format and how to draft it.
Constructed Criticism – A Guide to Grinding on the Cheap
Thursday, November 18th – Are you sick of spending so much money on Magic road trips? Does the cost of travel limit your ability to play in the tournaments you want to attend? I’m going to teach you how to road trip on a budget.
Constructed Criticism – An Excuse to Ramble
Thursday, November 11th – Is Contagion Engine too good at its current rarity? Is losing more important than winning? Todd Anderson presents his case.