From Right Field: Code Grey! — The Orzhov Preconstructed Deconstruction, Part 2
Chris continues his examination of the Orzhov precon deck… with suprising results. Could this precon experiment be a success? Read on to find out…
CategoryMagic The Gathering
Expectations for Standard
Terry Soh breaks down the current Standard metagame into easy-to-digest chunks, dealing with all the top archetyps at once. He outlines the strengths and weaknesses of the current contenders, and provides some interesting sideboarding options. Couple this with preliminary thoughts on the Team Standard format, and you have a strong article for beginners and experts alike!
Team Standard: Extremes in Positioning
In the second of his week-long series, Mike explores the successful Vore list for Team Standard. Templating, sideboards, matchups… it’s all here. Plus, some clinical advice on team seating, for those who are looking for the killer edge in their upcoming PTQ!
SCG Daily – Magic Musings
In the shallow depths of a Long Island Iced Tea, Billy ponders why he plays our little game… Reflection, inspiration, and sharp writing, from one of the true characters of the game.
Chump Blocking = Card Advantage — GP Cardiff Report, Part 2 *Winner*
Martin “Ding” Dingler returns with Day 2 tales from his recent triumph at Grand Prix Cardiff. Did his “Draft the Big Monsters” strategy continue unabated? Did he experience more of his phenominal luck? And did someone really pass him TWO Rumbling Slums? Read on to find out…
Optimal Configuration and Optimal Mistakes: Searching for Jonny Magic
In the first of a week-long series of daily articles, Mike examines the Team Constructed format. Today, he has a cautionary tale involving his own team and their performance at a recent Pro Tour Qualifier… He openly admits his mistakes, and invites you to spot them. Bad Player Flores surely lived up to his name, but Good Writer Flores is alive and kicking!
The Weekly Guild Build: Token Effort
This week’s pool gives me strong blue with no Counterspells or card drawing, insane Selesnya cards without a token producer to be found, strong Green with almost no beef, and strong White with a single weak flier. What is this, Bizarro world?
Turn 1 Thrills
Randy brings us the sights, the sounds, and the smells from deep in the R&D Trenches. Ever wondered what goes on in the average R&D day? Have you ever wondered just what happened during the design of Arcbound Ravager? Read on as Mr Buehler reveals all…
The Big Deal About Little Pictures, Part 2
For his stint on StarCityGames.com, the mighty Matt shares insights into the artistic process. He reveals a little too much about Dissension, and shows us the future of card design!
My Magic Time
We are proud to present Mark Rosewater, waxing lyrical as only MaRo can… Want to know what goes on in the hallowed halls of Wizards of the Coast? They say that we are all but the sum of our parts… Mark reveals his parts for you today.
The Kitchen Table #125: Retiring the Most Underused Cards of All Time: Volume V
Abe returns to retire some of the most underused cards in Casual Magic. He’s looking for a spanking… will the forum folk oblige?
SCG Daily – A Deck a Day: Power Your Friday
It is the final installment of the latest Deck a Day series, where we build decks like kids build with blocks, or something like that. What goodies are up Abe’s sleeve today?
Magical Hack: The Grandest Trick
In today’s edition of Magical Hack, Sean examines both Ravnica/Guildpact Sealed deck and the upcoming Team Standard format.
Freeing James Beeton at Grand Prix: Madison *Finalists*
As a supplemental treat for our Premium membership, we present another new face to our Featured Writer lineup… Kyle Goodman. Kyle, along with the rest of Team FJB, placed second at GP Madison (losing to Team Faddy Josh). Want to know the score from the other side of the final table? Kyle spins the tale…
Must Be Nice – Winning Grand Prix: Madison *1st*
While best known for his Japanese translation, Takanobu Sato recently enjoyed a high-profile performance at GP Madison. Along with the rest of Team Faddy Josh, they swept the field and finished in first place. We welcome him as a new Featured Writer, and present his entertaining report on the proceedings.