Luck Doesn’t Exist
Luck, variance, randomness… whatever you want to call it, MTG is full of it. Or is it? GerryT shares wisdom learned the hard way about making your own luck.
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Commander Rules Committee Plans For 2022
What’s in store for MTG’s Commander Rules Committee in 2022? RC member Sheldon Menery shares his plans and ambitions for the new year.
The Eight Best Decks I’ve Ever Played And The Lessons I Learned From Playing Them
Who says you can only learn from failure? Former MTG World Champion PVDDR shares the lessons he’s learned from the Top 8 decks he’s ever played.
The Top 8 Magic: The Gathering Cards That Shaped 2021
Todd Anderson looks back at the cards that defined MTG in 2021, from swiftly banned mistakes to multi-format staples.
How To Win Every Game Of Commander You Play In 2022 And Beyond
What if you could win every game of Magic you ever played? Bennie Smith shares how pet cards and mini-quests can give you “wins” in every game of Commander MTG.
My 2022 Cube Wishlist
What new cards would make Cube even better in 2022? Ryan Overturf puts on his designer hat and starts filling holes in the Cube experience.
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.
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.
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.