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Yawgmoth’s Whimsy #280 – Relax, We’ve Done This Before

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Thursday, June 18th – Wizards has announced some rule changes which will go into effect with M10 this summer. Things are changing. Change happens. Some of the changes will impact how the game is played. It’s not the end of the world. It isn’t the end of strategic play. Some cards will be better, some worse, but, overall, things will be fine. Seriously – I’ve been through a lot of rules changes, and this one is, comparatively, pretty insignificant.

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Innovations – Pro Tour: Honolulu Part 2, and M10 Rules Changes

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Wednesday, June 17th – Earlier this week, Patrick Chapin shared his thoughts on the coming M10 changes to our wonderful game. To celebrate the release of his Next Level Magic eBook, we’ve opened his article for all to see… Enjoy!

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Reflecting Ruel – Reflecting on the M10 Changes

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Wednesday, June 17th – Olivier Ruel teams up with Manuel Bucher and Shuhei Nakamura to discuss the much-maligned changes to Magic coming with M10. They also offer a few handy strategic tips for playing under the new system…

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Positive EV – Elementals in Sao Paulo

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Wednesday, June 17th – Manuel Bucher rocked up to Grand Prix: Sao Paulo with one desire: to play a deck that ran the cards he enjoyed. After two days of grueling Standard play, he posted a creditable 10th place finish with Elementals. If you’re looking for a deck that’s sufficiently off the radar, look no further!

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Drafting With Olivier – Shards/Conflux/Reborn #9

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Wednesday, June 17th – 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!

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Removed From Game – This Still Isn’t Star Trek: Changes to M10 Rules

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Wednesday, June 17th – Be honest, that was a major shock to your system, right? The idea that I might actually respond to the burning topic of the day, to wit, the changes coming with the arrival of M10. Of course I’m going to. It’s the obvious topic du jour for any self-respecting writer here on StarCityGames.com.

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The Kitchen Table #290 – Let’s Build Some Decks!

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Wednesday, June 17th – Today, I want to do something very simple. I want to build decks! Yay! However, there is one little trick. There’s just one simple little thing to spin today’s article. I cannot use any card that I normally use. No Swords to Plowshares, no Goblin Bombardment, no Harmonize, nothing.

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MTGCast #159 – M10 Rules Rodeo!

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Wednesday, June 17th – We have Conley, Gavin and Eric joining Tom this week to discuss the bomb that landed on Wednesday with the rules changes that come with M10. Read the full article here… the main rule change people are discussing is a change to combat: combat damage does not use the stack.

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You’re Probably Wrong On M10: An Informed Rant

Tuesday, June 16th – I was convinced of the need for M10’s new rules a day before they were even released. Why? Because it was Tuesday, and Melissa was playing. And Melissa is a fine example of why most of the complaints about the M10 rules change are completely and utterly wrong. (NOTE: As an extra-special bonus, this article includes what is, perhaps, the longest list ever seen on StarCityGames.com!)

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Black Magic – Looking at the M10 Changes, and Cascade

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Tuesday, June 16th – It seems that everyone is talking about the rules changes looming with the release of M10, and Sam Black is no exception. He shares his thoughts on everything from the zone names to the combat step. He also examines Cascade from a design mechanic, and discusses the state of Standard going forward.

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Sullivan Library – Data Mining the ‘Lulu (and Other Pleasantries)

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Tuesday, June 16th – With split-format Pro Tours, it is difficult to truly gauge the strongest contenders in any given Constructed portion. Thankfully, Adrian Sullivan is here to help! He data-mines the statistics coming from the Honolulu tournament floor, and examines the Constructed Top 8 decks. Enjoy!

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Legacy’s Allure – Gearing Up for The Boston Legacy $5K!

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Tuesday, June 16th – The StarCityGames.com $5000 Legacy tournament is this weekend, so Doug discusses the best choices for the Grand Prix-size event! Check out the predicted metagame and what decks are poised to take advantage of it. Get some of the freshest lists from recent large events around the world, as well as an update of the Lorescale Coatl deck that Doug wrote about several weeks ago!

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The Starkington Post – Weekly Digest

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Tuesday, June 16th – In the past seven days, The Starkington Post (Bill Stark’s daily Magic blog) has took a long look at the M10 Rules Changes, examined what’s on offer in an approaching MTGO blowout, brought the players from Hawaii an important health announcement, and more!

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Sullivan Library – On M10, Combat, and Rule 5

Tuesday, June 16th – Adrian, with the help of Eric “Danger” Taylor, has some interesting thoughts on the M10 Changes…

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So Many Insane Plays – Prepping for the Legacy $5K/ Dredging Through Vintage

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Monday, June 15th – Stephen Menendian presents a double dose of goodness today. First, he previews the upcoming StarCityGames.com $5000 Legacy Open occurring this weekend, before moving on to a thorough examination of Dredge in Vintage. If you’re looking for the lowdown on Eternal formats, this is the article for you!

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