Friday, December 4th – When I finished last week’s column, I was feeling really good about States. For the first time in a long time, I had a deck concept I was really happy with time to spare. The last task left was to polish the list, and the grinder of choice was Jund. If you can’t at least have a reasonable shot at beating Jund, you shouldn’t play the deck, right?
Friday, December 4th – Friends, I am happy to state that it is a fantastic time to be an Elder Dragon Highlander enthusiast. Interest in the format is very strong. Wizards actually mentions EDH games as part of the Public Events schedule at Pro Tours – not to mention its inclusion in the Comprehensive Rules – and it’s become more likely that you can find a few one-hundred-card decks in your local playgroup than not.
Thursday, December 3rd – At this year’s World Championships in Rome, Marijn Lybaert sprinted out to 11-0 before anyone could stop him. In his entertaining tournament report today, he shares the stories of that amazing run, and the tales of woe when the wheels began to fall from his wagon. Of course, we know he made Top 8 in the end… Enjoy!
Thursday, December 3rd – Paulo Vitor Damo da Rosa continues his epic Worlds tournament report with an in-depth exploration of his four Team rounds, in which he played Legacy. He shares the thoughts behind his Counterbalance deck, and brings us the lowdown of each and every match played!
Thursday, December 3rd – When Pete asked me to come back to StarCityGames.com to write this column, it was clear that it was primarily to be about EDH. I asked him what I could write about, and he said “anything.†I’ll stay Magic-related, and tell you about what it’s like to be the Head Judge of a World Championships.
Thursday, December 3rd – It’s somewhat of a shame that State Champs are coming at the tail end of several high profile tournaments this year. While it’s certainly excellent that they are indeed back, the fact that the metagame is so well defined is a little frustrating. Champs is about building that deck that might just solidify your archetype as the one to beat in the coming months.
Thursday, December 3rd – Before we get to the Vintage half of the Philly Open IV and some thoughts about Time Vault, there’s a news item I wanted to make sure you read – and note that if you’re looking for Standard tech for States, the Top 8 of the Philly Open IV is at the very bottom of this article.
Thursday, December 3rd – With States this weekend, and the StarCityGames.com $5000 Standard Open in St. Louis the week after, Brian Kibler wades into the Standard metagame and investigates the state of Naya. He looks at Coimbra and Soh’s builds, and offers up one of his own…
Wednesday, December 2nd – After a mediocre Magical year by his own admission, William Cavaglieri rocked up to Worlds with an exciting Mono White deck and proceeded to smash face. When the dust cleared, he was in the Top 8! Today, he shares a few stories regarding the creation of the deck, some Worlds Standard match recaps, and his sideboarding plans against the format’s powerhouse decks.
Wednesday, December 2nd – Last week, Manuel Bucher shared the first half of his entertaining Worlds report. Standing at 5-4, with a draft and a day of Extended to go, Manu’s back was up against the wall. Nine rounds, and nine wins, later, he was in the Top 8! Here’s how he did it…
Wednesday, December 2nd – States is coming, as is the StarCityGames.com $5000 Standard Open in St. Louis, and as usual, Kyle Sanchez has a funky rogue deck that oozes synergy and power. With Jund, Turbo Fog, and Naya promising to turn out in their droves, can Kyle’s exciting deck bring down the big prize? Read on to find out!
Wednesday, December 2nd – Hall of Famer Olivier Ruel takes us through an 8-4 draft queue on Magic Online. He shares some comprehensive thoughts about both the picks and the games, and talks us through each step of the way! If you’re looking to improve your Limited game, this is the article series for you!
Wednesday, December 2nd – I want you to play something original at States. Something which will cause passerby to take a double take; that will cause your opponent to agonize while sideboarding; that will go down in history as a fresh creation if it makes Top 8. Let me show you my contribution to the cause…
Wednesday, December 2nd – This coming Saturday, the 2009 State/Provincial Championships will be held in the United States and Canada. Locations throughout the country will play host to Standard tournaments open to anyone who wants the coveted title of [Insert State Here] Champion 2009.
Wednesday, December 2nd – Welcome one and all to the Kitchen Table, Holiday Edition. Casual Magic, and Magic in general, is about the people we meet. Magic is a tool for social interaction, for meeting new people, and introducing us to new friends. Magic is about community.
