CategoryMagic The Gathering

Exclusive: Updated Commander Philosophy Document

The Commander Rules Committee has done some soul-searching, and they’re nothing if not transparent! Join Sheldon Menery for an up-to-the-minute look at how they view the format in 2017!

Everything I Learned About Standard At SCG Richmond

Todd Anderson put himself even deeper into untouchable territory when he achieved another SCG Tour top 8! Not bad for a guy with almost no Standard experience since the bans! So what info did he pick up that can help you master the format?

The Boss VS. Majors: G/B Aggro VS. Four-Color Saheeli!

Tom “The Boss” Ross loves his aggro decks, so it’s no surprise to see him piloting the G/B Aggro finalist deck from SCG Columbus! Standing in his way is Michael Majors with a Four-Color Saheeli list from the SCG Columbus Top 8. Who’ll win this clash of early defining Standard archetypes?

The Pro Tour Watch List

Pencils down, says Chris Lansdell! He’s putting the brews on pause as Pro Tour Aether Revolt approaches. What new Standard metagame could the big event in Dublin reveal?

Rebuilding Modern Grixis

Is Grixis Control well-positioned in the new Modern metagame? Gerry Thompson doesn’t really care; he’s building it anyway! Will something similar pop up in your path to the SCG Regionals Top 8…or will you take inspiration from GerryT to play fair Magic this weekend?

Commander VS: Take No Prisoners!

It’s getting competitive in Commander Land! What happens when four of the most-watched 100-card players on the planet stop being polite and start being real? Let’s just say that parental discretion is advised!

Daily Digest: Whose Line Is It Anyway?

Is Standard a two-deck metagame? Ross Merriam sure doesn’t think so! He’s excited for a Four-Color Improvise deck that swept a League on Magic Online this week!

Mentorship: My Magic Mindset

What’s your goal, and how will you get there? Your mentor Shaun McLaren shares his secrets to the Magic Mindset and puts you on the path to success…with a few helpful hints to keep you from losing hope along the way!

Fact Or Fiction: The Great Pro Tour Debate!

Five questions. Two authors. One winner, and you decide it! Fact or Fiction returns with Todd Stevens and Patrick Sullivan tackling questions on the Standard metagame going into Pro Tour Aether Revolt and how much impact the small set will have on the Modern-format SCG Regionals!

Standard For Pro Tour Aether Revolt And Modern For SCG Regionals

It’s a double dose of Todd Stevens! He gives his take on Standard going into Pro Tour Aether Revolt and a fresh Bant Eldrazi decklist for those heading to SCG Regionals!

The Return Of The Modern Toolbox

Pro Tour Champion Ari Lax can’t help but be excited by the new possibilities in Modern! Today, he explains the archetypes he most believes in and why for SCG Regionals weekend!

Bold Predictions For Pro Tour Aether Revolt!

CVM can’t wait to watch the big tournament along with the rest of us! The only twist? He’s pretty sure some of the following will come to pass! What are you expecting at Pro Tour Aether Revolt?

Late-Game Control

It’s a familiar feeling: late in the game against control, with hope slipping away. But is that really cause for despair? Jadine Klomparens thinks otherwise, and she’s here to share her take!

Playing Against Combo Decks

To every player who has died out of nowhere, Ross Merriam knows your pain! Combo can be scary to fight against, but the road to recovery starts with being prepared! And that starts with help from Ross himself.

Drafting Digest: Feed. Me. More.

A full weekend of drafting at the Grand Prix wasn’t enough! Ryan wants more of the format, and he’s bringing you along for the ride!