CategoryMagic The Gathering

The Best And Worst Of Magic: The Gathering In 2021

Bryan Gottlieb looks back on a tumultuous 2021 for Magic, rating his best MTG sets, cards, and trends… and the worst.

Dissecting The Various Shades Of Colossus Hammer In Modern

Colossus Hammer decks are Tier 1 in Modern MTG, yet Ari Lax finds himself pulled in several directions. He reviews five different approaches with the same one-word goal: “Bonk.”

Izzet More Of The Same In Alchemy?

Alrund’s Epiphany may be weaker in Alchemy, but the Izzet color pair remains strong in the MTG Arena format. Dom Harvey explores its many dimensions.

Commander Deep Dive: Early Kamigawa: Neon Dynasty Previews

The first Kamigawa: Neon Dynasty previews gave Bennie Smith a trio of inspirations. He suggests classic MTG cards to go with Hidetsugu, Devouring Chaos; Atsushi, the Blazing Sky; and Kaito Shizuki in Commander decks.

My 2021 Commander Year In Review Mailbag

Sheldon Menery opens the Commander mailbag for questions about the Banned List, the Rules Committee’s decision-making process, future MTG releases, and much, much more.

How Innistrad: Crimson Vow Impacts Vintage Cube’s Return To Magic Online

The Vintage Cube returns to Magic Online with new additions from Innistrad: Crimson Vow. Ryan Overturf breaks down the latest changes and how they’ll affect drafting and gameplay.

Examining Boros Prowess (Obosh) And Modern’s Red Revival

A new companion and bigger curve have led to a revival for Prowess decks in Modern. Todd Anderson dives into Boros Prowess (Obosh) for Magic Online and paper MTG play.

Five Modern Decks That Are Ready For 2021 To End

2021 was far from kind to many Modern MTG decks. Ross Merriam highlights five archetypes that fell on hard times over the past year, and what they need to rise again.

Everything I Know About You Did This To Yourself In Commander

“You Did This to Yourself” is Sheldon Menery’s signature Commander deck. He traces its evolution and delves into its philosophy and card selection.

Overrated And Underrated Cards From Alchemy: Innistrad

It’s time to adjust your MTG Alchemy expectations. Bryan Gottlieb shares the cards he overrated and underrated, with decklists aplenty along the way.

My 2021 Year in Commander Review

Bennie Smith looks back at 2021’s cards through a Commander lens, naming his Best Utility Cards, Best Instants, Most Overrated Cards, and more.

The Red Mythic Rare Legendary Dragon Is Really Good, Duh

Kamigawa: Neon Dynasty preview Atsushi, the Blazing Sky is both a throwback to the Dragon Spirits of old and a potential force in the future Standard. Ari Lax offers two early builds.

Everything I Know About Azorius Control (Kaheera) In Modern

Shaheen Soorani continues his quest to refine Azorius Control (Kaheera) for Modern. Get his latest list and sideboarding guide.

Building The Best Sanguine Brushstroke Deck In Alchemy

Sanguine Brushstroke has GerryT ready to paint MTG Arena red (or black). See his efforts to build a great Sandstone Brushstroke deck for the Alchemy format.

Transforming Historic With Alchemy: Innistrad

How has the Alchemy: Innistrad set shaken up Historic on MTG Arena? Dom Harvey dives into fantastic builds with Grizzled Huntmaster, Inquisitor Captain, and more.