In the second installment of this excellent series, Josh examines two fresh scenarios involving Gifts and Uba Stax decks. Armed with the collective insights of a variety of top Vintage players, the correct play is dissected and discussed. This time, however, there is dissension in the ranks… do you agree with the decisions?
Today, Ben Goodman (a.k.a. Ridiculous Hat) spins his tale of Pro Tour Honolulu. With detailed match description and full sideboarding analysis, plus insight and humor on the Pro Tour itself, Ben’s report is perfect for those running B/W at this weekend’s Grand Prix Madison. Love it or hate it, Ghost Dad will be haunting the metagame for many months to come…
Still wondering what to play at Grand Prix Madison? This article examines the bare bones of the Team Constructed format, and includes a whopping twenty – yes, twenty – viable decklists for the Team Constructed metagame. With sideboarding hints and deck-pairing strategies, a fascinating overview of the coming season’s PTQ format is only a click away…
Mark continues his entertaining series with a look at the most important cards for Team Standard. Excellent information for those planning a trip to GP Madison this weekend…
As a bonus installment for our Premium members, JFR tells of his aborted attempt to take his 2HG Champs Tournament by storm with Berto by his side. While it may not contain top tech or play tips, the information in this article is something that no one should be without. Just don’t forget your glasses…
Jamie is back! After a short break from writing (for personal reasons), Mr Wakefield returns to the fold with an entertaining article on life, Magic, and failed scientific endeavor. This article, both introspective and hilarious, continues Jamie’s chronicle of Magic Online play. It’s great to have you back, sir… long may it continue.
Chris discusses the Black/White Control deck that he piloted to a 43rd place finish at Pro Tour: Honolulu.
The divine blisterguy dives deep into the Magic Online metagame, drinking Top 8 data by the gallon. He shares his trading price-list, and offers a few handy tips on RRG Draft…
In the second installment of his new column, BDM discusses the roles we assign our cards. Should we trade that Guildmage for a lowly Sell-Sword Brute? With examinations of real match decisions, this thoughtful article will definitely improve your logic in the Limited game.
The voting continues for the upcoming Magic Invitational 2006. This week, it’s the turn of the Fan Favorite. The candidate list is long — the top two gain a spot on the final roster.
Joe Black stormed to a Hawaiian Sunday slot, courtesy of a fine U/R Izzetron deck tweaked by Mike Flores. Would you like detailed matchup data and analysis? Have you ever wondered what it’s like to test with Mike? Or are you simply here for the jokes? Read on for a comprehensive and entertaining report, from one of the funniest Pro Players on the tour.
I want a deck that can beat Gruul and Zoo by answering their threats, but that can also beat other decks in a proactive way by providing threats. Additionally, I want at least a small amount of disruption.
I think White Weenie has these elements.
Mark continues his week long series of Magic-related Top 10 lists with a look at the interaction between comic heroes and Magic personalities. Ever wondered which superhero Tim Aten most resembles? The answers are inside!
Chris continues his experiments with the Gruul Wilding preconstructed deck. Can he succeed in making a budget version of a Pro Tour winning creation? The cards are strong… but is the final build?
Hot off his back-to-back T8 finishes at last weekend’s double SCG P9 Richmond, Stephen returns to discuss the Dredge deck that he, Randy Beuhler, and the rest of Team Meandeck, piloted in the 148-player Saturday event. If you thought Friggorid was busted in Extended, you haven’t seen anything yet!
