CategoryMagic The Gathering

The Icy Grip – The Reason For Playing Magic

Why do you play Magic? Is it to win? Is it to innovate? Is it for the glory, money, or fun? Shaheen Soorani tells you how to get the most out of your hobby.

Innovations – The New Modern Era

Wizards of the Coast is looking for alternatives to Extended. Modern, a new format at the Community Cup, is a test: will it pass? Patrick Chapin, world-renowned writer and deckbuilder, discusses it and the many deck possibilities in the format.

Going Infinite – MTGO Check In And Modern Speculation

Jonathan Medina is an MTG financial expert and talks about the finances of Magic Online and adds some speculation on the new Modern format by Wizards. Is it right to speculate on the format now?

Flow Of Ideas – Show Up Or Shut Up: Overextended Or Bust

Join Gavin Verhey for some of the first, open-invitation Overextended events on Magic Online and in paper. Visit mtgoverextended.com for more information, and read how to make this format a reality!

Grinding At The StarCityGames.com Orlando Open

Chris VanMeter has been steadily climbing the levels of the SCG ladder and is almost on his way to Level 8 in the Player’s Club. He piloted Team America to a 1st-place finish at the Legacy Open in Orlando. Can he run it back in Louisville?

The Long And Winding Road – Legacy: Keeping Up With The Joneses

Matt Elias examines the results of the StarCityGames.com Orlando Legacy Open in his classic, humorous style. What’s happening to Landstill, Dredge, and Merfolk?

You Lika The Juice? Sculpting A Commander Deck

Bennie finds inspiration from Picasso and decides to sculpt his own [Commander] masterpiece. Thelon of Havenwood takes the helm of a Fungus and Saproling army in this G/B Commander deck.

Flores Friday – The Awkward (And Hawkward) Further Adventures Of Deceiver Twin

Mike Flores has his own version of Deceiver Twin that he’s been working on ever since the spoiling of New Phyrexia. It’s straight U/R! Try this clean and consistent version at Louisville this weekend.

The Dragonmaster’s Lair – Systems And Spellskites

Brian Kibler talks about Spellskite and its effect on Standard. Is it really worth the $10 price tag or is it just an overblown 0/4? Let the Dragonmaster fill you in and check out the 3 artifact-based brews he has in mind for Standard.

Grinding At The StarCityGames.com Orlando Open

Chris VanMeter has been steadily climbing the levels of the SCG ladder and is almost on his way to Level 8 in the Player’s Club. He piloted Team America to a 1st-place finish at the Legacy Open in Orlando. Can he run it back in Louisville?

The Long And Winding Road – Legacy: Keeping Up With The Joneses

Matt Elias examines the results of the StarCityGames.com Orlando Legacy Open in his classic, humorous style. What’s happening to Landstill, Dredge, and Merfolk?

You Lika The Juice? Sculpting A Commander Deck

Bennie finds inspiration from Picasso and decides to sculpt his own [Commander] masterpiece. Thelon of Havenwood takes the helm of a Fungus and Saproling army in this G/B Commander deck.

Flores Friday – The Awkward (And Hawkward) Further Adventures Of Deceiver Twin

Mike Flores has his own version of Deceiver Twin that he’s been working on ever since the spoiling of New Phyrexia. It’s straight U/R! Try this clean and consistent version at Louisville this weekend.

The Dragonmaster’s Lair – Systems And Spellskites

Brian Kibler talks about Spellskite and its effect on Standard. Is it really worth the $10 price tag or is it just an overblown 0/4? Let the Dragonmaster fill you in and check out the 3 artifact-based brews he has in mind for Standard.

The Louisville Sluggers

There€™s only one more StarCityGames.com Open Weekend before the Indianapolis Open featuring the Invitational. Whether you€™re looking to lock up that invite or just earn some cash, step up to bat in Louisville!