The Dragonmaster’s Lair – Out With The Old
The biggest change to Standard is not the entrance of Innistrad, but the leaving of Zendikar block and M11. PT winner and Hall of Famer Brian Kibler talks about the impact of these format-defining blocks.
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Innistrad Prerelease Weekend: Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Brad Nelson is excited by what he feels may be one of the top Limited formats of all time. He gives you his want/trade list for the Prerelease as well as a powerful Bant Birthing Pod deck to kick you off for Standard.
You Lika The Juice? A Cauldron Of Innistrad Standard Brews
Bennie puts on a witch hat and stirs the pot. What comes out? Why, a bunch of decks with Innistrad cards for Standard!
The Financial Value Of Innistrad
One of the biggest articles of the year can’t be missed! Ben Bleiweiss, Director of Sales at StarCityGames.com, uses his expertise and longevity in the trade to evaluate where each card will be a few months from now.
Constructed Criticism – Nothing Personal, Just Business
Todd Anderson loves Geist of Saint Traft and Mentor of the Meek in a Puresteel Paladin deck for Standard. If you want to start testing Puresteel for States or the Indianapolis Open, here’s a good starting point.
Jacob’s Ladder – Goodbye Cobra, Hello Liliana
Michael Jacob embarks on a journey to get over his relationship with Lotus Cobra, the love of his past Standard. But new Standard means we have to break old bonds and form new ones… and it looks like Liliana is ready to party.
The Sukenik Special – Getting Better At Magic
How can you get better at Magic? Do some players just have natural talent for card-slinging? Jon Sukenik tells you what it’s all about and how to turn around your game.
One Step Ahead – InniStandard
Innistrad is on the way, and Gerry’s here with his first look at the future of Standard. How will Innistrad shape the Indianapolis Standard Open?
Building a Legacy – Twenty Reasons To Fall In Love Again
Drew celebrates the banning of Mental Misstep by showing you exactly how diverse Legacy can be and what decks will be viable now that people can freely cast one-drop spells without fear of Misstepping.
More Ways To Win – Grinding At Grand Prix Montreal
Ashley had a strong start in Montreal, but couldn’t quite convert. Let her show you what she learned in the last Magic 2012 Limited event!
Rise Of Aintrazi – New Toys: An Early Look at Innistrad Standard
Reigning US National Champion Ali Aintrazi wants to play with his new toys (Christmas comes early!). He builds all his favorite archetypes including U/B Control, Reanimator, and Grand Architect. Who says blue isn’t the best?
The Kitchen Table #364 – How To Control Up Your Type Four
If you love fun, swingy casual multiplayer formats, Type 4 is probably right up your alley. But make sure you balance your stack so you have enough ways to control the opponent, too!
Next Level Spec #8 – Expected Values
With Drew busy brewing Legacy decks with Mental Misstep banned, Ted Knutson takes today’s reins and answers a common question he gets: how to speculate on any given card.
Embracing The Chaos – Cheap Whiskey, Old-School Conan, And Erayo
Sheldon brings on a guest writer, Cassidy McAuliffe, for this week’s Embracing the Chaos. Cassidy discusses the trials of trying to play Commander while at a huge event like Gen Con.
Drinking From The Dead Guy Ale – Toolbox Loam
Hello, Legacy fans! Even with Mental Misstep in the format, Aggro Loam was an effective strategy; now, it looks even better! Generate massive card advantage and mana-screw your opponents.