Rebuilding U/B Control For A New World
Adrian Sullivan was on the U/R Control train until the end of Hour of Devastation Standard, but now he’s looking to U/B! Get his insights on how to control Week 1 Standard at SCG Dallas!
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The White Cards Of Ixalan
Patrick Chapin kicks off his famous set review for Ixalan with the white cards! We’ve already seen hype for Tocatli Honor Guard, but what will “The Innovator” do with the set’s Vampires?
The Sky Is Falling With Shaun McLaren
So you think Ixalan will make Standard even better? Oh, you sweet summer child! Shaun McLaren has seen this show before, and spoiler alert: you’ll laugh because it hurts!
Revisiting Forgotten Standard Cards
The shiny new toys of Ixalan have everyone’s attention, but what about cards from Kaladesh and Amonkhet blocks that may have room to shine at last? Ross Merriam lights the way ahead of SCG Dallas!
Stevens VS. Brad: G/U Midrange VS. G/R Dinosaurs
With SCG Dallas on the horizon, it’s time for more new Standard on VS! Can Todd Stevens’s intriguing G/U Midrange deck withstand Brad Nelson and G/R Dinosaurs?
Diving Down Into Ixalan
Ixalan becomes Standard-legal on Friday, and Saturday is SCG Dallas! Don’t miss Ari Lax’s intriguing explorations of Mono-Blue Winds, U/B Pirates, and Temur Pummeler!
The Ethics Of Magic Finance
How do you conduct yourself when trading or speculating? Chas Andres offers his meditations on the dilemmas posed by Magic finance before covering this week’s trends.
The Rack Is Back
Tom “The Boss” Ross rolled to the SCG Louisville Modern Open semifinals with 8-Rack! Get his crucial insights and updates ahead of the Modern Classic at SCG Dallas!
The Boss VS. Stevens: B/W Vampires VS. Temur Cryptic
It’s black and white against living color on VS! Will Tom “The Boss” Ross and B/W Vampires or Todd Stevens and Temur Cryptic win this five-game new-Standard set ahead of SCG Dallas?
First Or Dead Last: The Rebuttal To Tom Ross
Tom Ross’s article “First Or Dead Last: Play To Win” struck a nerve with Brad Nelson! He thinks The Boss could improve his results at the SCG Dallas Modern Open with a different approach, and so could you!
The Most Fun Ixalan Decks
GerryT likes winning, but winning with a fun Standard deck? Now you’re really cruising! He has all the fun you can handle: refreshing brews, Pirate shows for entertainment, a shore excursion to Jurassic Park…
Key Cards Missing From Ixalan Brews
Most of the decks players are working on for post-Ixalan Standard are missing at least one key card! Let Jim Davis help you avoid those pitfalls as you prepare for SCG Dallas!
Todd VS. Brad: B/U Pirates VS. Four-Color Energy
The search for SCG Dallas Standard Open glory continues! Todd Anderson has assembled a crew of B/U Pirates, but can they storm the decks of Brad Nelson’s Four-Color Energy?
The Ixalan Red Review
After Hour of Devastation revitalized red, Ixalan has a tough act to follow! Can any of the cards measure up? Adrian Sullivan has all the essential knowledge red mages need to thrive at SCG Dallas!
Taking A Swipe At Ixalan
You’ve just landed on Ixalan, and you’re in luck! There are singles in your area. But who’s worth your time? As Ari Lax and Cedric Phillips size up notable cards, you’ll learn which to ditch and which to take on your date with destiny at SCG Dallas!