Breaking Mortarpod
Gerry Thompson, breaking it once again, but this time with Mortarpod. He’s got two different takes on equipment-themed decks in this article for Standard, so check it!
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How To Think Through A Sideboard Strategy
Drew Levin is often asked, “How do you sideboard with this deck?” Well it’s time to learn how using some critical thinking and examples to guide you through.
Going Infinite – Trading For Cash
If you’re wondering how to start making real money from trading, start here. Jonathan Medina gives you advice on using the buylist to cash out!
2011 Legacy Year In Review
With 2011 drawing to a close, this is an ideal time to examine the course of Legacy over the year. What trends do we see? Is the format healthy?
Attacking In Modern
If you’re like Reid, then attacking is exactly what you want to be doing in an undefined format. If control or combo is your thing, then you’ll want to know what tools beatdown has and how you can fight them.
An Intro To Modern Affinity
A year ago, I wouldn’t be caught dead playing a deck like this. Now, it’s a different story. You get to play four auto-wins? Sign me up!
The New Illusions
Gerry Thompsons has been having a hard time losing with Illusions, and it’s no fluke. Find out why this aggro-control deck is tearing it up.
A Magic Christmas
Magic has gone through some major changes in recent weeks, and Jeremy has a lot of things to say about them. Mostly good things, but could there be improvements?
Why Humans Are Still On Top In Standard
Brad Nelson doesn’t think control has what it takes! Humans are taking over Magic Online, and he’s on their side. Read also why he approves of the latest rules changes and how they’ll make players better at Magic.
Ban Lists, Rule Changes, And Brews
Brian Kibler offers his insight into the Modern bannings (bye Wild Nacatl, bye Punishing Fire!). Will the loss of Wild Nacatl really fix things? He also discusses the IPG changes and shares two decklists for Standard.
Flores Friday – Finishing The Hat
Remember Balance? Well Restore Balance is another way to get that effect in the Modern format. With Borderposts and Greater Gargadon, you can achieve some amazing things with this deck.
No Brainstorm? Maverick With Punishing Fire
Gerry Thompson picked up Mother of Runes, Knight of the Reliquary, and Punishing Fire at the Invitational to make Top 8. Find out why blue isn’t the only option in Legacy.
Envy
Kyle attended the Invitational and had quite the adventure. While his Invitational time ended rather abruptly, he had a good run in the Legacy Open with Hive Mind.
Picking Your Best Frankenstein
Which Reanimator targets are the best for your Legacy deck? Drew evaluates all the big fatty boom-booms we love to unearth and goes over matchup evaluations. Stay on top of Legacy for 2012.
Esper Control Breakdown
If you want to stick to control in Standard, Esper might be the way to go. Jeremy Neeman in particular is enamored with Elesh Norn, a trump not many decks can beat! Don’t leave home without this Praetor.