Constructed Criticism – Illusions Of Grandeur
Todd impressed a number of spectators (and himself) with the power of Illusions in Innistrad Standard. Read about the deck he used to Top 4 the Indianapolis Standard Open!

Todd impressed a number of spectators (and himself) with the power of Illusions in Innistrad Standard. Read about the deck he used to Top 4 the Indianapolis Standard Open!
The first Standard Open of the Innistrad season found its champion in a familiar archetype: Mono Red Aggro. Will it see continued success this weekend in Nashville?
In our latest installment Gerry Thompson and I discuss every red card in Innistrad!
This article written by Jon Becker, originally published in 2003, is one that deserves a rereading every year. SCG Classics brings you one of the best articles on improving your Magic game.
Sheldon tries to build a Commander deck around The Mimeoplasm with a focus on milling, controlling the opponents’ creatures, and Zombies. He hits a stumbling point in the middle and asks you the reader for feedback.
This is an article on Innistrad Sealed Deck, which is the format of the next PTQ season, so sit up and pay attention. You want to go to Hawaii, don’t you? Well then, you need to build every pool you can lay your eyes on!
In our third installment Gerry Thompson and I discuss every Black card in Innistrad! Let’s go!
Welcome back, fellow cube-thusiasts. For today’s Cubers Anonymous, join me for some cube stories as we gather round the campfire made from Commander decks. (Just kidding! Far too much ink.)
Reuben speculates on which old cards from Standard will see a huge boost from Innistrad, which will no longer see play, and some that he has no clue about. Last time’s polls brought in some interesting responses. Don’t forget to vote this week!
In the second part of my six part set review, Gerry Thompson and I go over every single blue card in Innistrad! Check out his thoughts on Forbidden Alchemy, Snapcaster Mage and more!
What is Solar Flare and where did it get its name? Gavin Verhey answers these questions and explains why it’s one deck you should be looking out for or playing yourself.
A linchpin is a card you can build around, and there has never been quite a linchpin like Heartless Summoning. Michael Martin gets to the heart of these decks.
Innistrad has a lot of cube potential, but choose wisely, cubers! Usman Jamil reviews the new set for upgrades to the cube.
Bennie brings his unique Commander perspective to bear on Innistrad, exploring the options for everyone’s favorite singleton format!
Wandering teacher and errant writer Eli Kaplan shares his first day playing with Innistrad cards while musing on Prerelease ethics and other issues. Sharpen up your Sealed skills in preparation for Release Day with this article!