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Is Arclight Phoenix The Best Creature In Modern?

It’s been common knowledge for a few weeks that this flyer was destined for Modern glory, but this? Patrick Chapin examines the weekend that was in Baltimore so that you can be ready when SCG CON comes calling!

5 Things To Know For Standard At SCG CON

The SCG Invitational will headline the festivities at SCG CON, and Standard will determine our champion! Let Dylan lend a hand to your chances at the money and glory!

The Masters Sets Are Dead…And Magic Finance Has Changed

The Masters sets may have been too much of a good thing, but we may soon miss them! Modern’s price index is about to go wild, and Chas has provided you with an unbelievably thorough guide to the future of the format’s finances here!

Garna’s Bloody Value

Garna is reversing the reputation that Rakdos commanders have, and she’s doing it fast! Put this hasty number together for The Command Zone at SCG CON and beat your next pod senseless!

Modern From The Baltimore Frontlines

Ari Lax has spent a lot of columns watching coverage and providing rundown insights. No longer! He was in Baltimore to battle Modern this past weekend, and these are all the lessons he wants to pass on to you for SCG CON this weekend!

The Charm City Modern Metagame!

Get ready for SCG Baltimore and SCG CON by watching Todd Anderson and Ross Merriam battle with six Modern decks! What looks strongest for this weekend … and the one immediately to follow?

The Most Underplayed Deck In Modern Is A Lot Better Than You Think

Boss Naya. Infect. That Theros deck with all the little red creatures. You know? It might be faster to list all the great rogue decks Tom “The Boss” Ross hasn’t bolstered to the top of the scene! He’s back from WotC, and it looks like he hasn’t lost a single step.

The Fond Farewell To This Standard, Plus Arena Discussion!

With GRN Standard (almost) in the books, Gerry and Bryan talk about the last couple evolutions of the format. From Adrian Sullivan’s win at GPMKE to the last round of Magic Online decklists, Standard’s evolution hasn’t slowed down!

Can We Just Unban These Cards Already?

Shaheen is a veteran that players listen to! When he speaks about Modern, it pays to listen! In the wake of some Modern showcases at SCG Baltimore and SCG CON, it’s a good time to turn a critical eye to the list as we know it!

Exploring New Tech For Modern Jeskai

The less common success stories of control decks in Modern hasn’t stopped Patrick Chapin from looking for new ways to boost them back to the top! See what he’s studying up on before SCG Baltimore and SCG CON!

Niv-Mizzet, Parun Is The Best Card In Standard

If you just want the facts of Standard, GerryT put it all in the headline. If you want to know why (and how it can help you win the Standard Classic at SCG Baltimore), read on!

Playing Vintage Magic In Modern

When the format gets unfair, Todd goes even deeper! In a truly inspired way, Todd has taken his recent experience in the wild west of Vintage to find a hole in the Modern metagame before SCG Baltimore and SCG CON! Well done, Todd!

The Future

What does Commander need to thrive in the future? Sheldon Menery meditates on governing philosophy, online futures, and more!

Ultimate Masters Draft Archetypes!

In his always welcome early Draft analysis for the new Masters set, Ryan is laying out all the archetypes he’s already identified! Which looks strongest to you? Here’s the first few picks of a practice draft to help you out!

How To Win In Modern When You Won’t Play The Best Decks

Jadine doesn’t care. SCG Baltimore. SCG CON. She is GOING to play her game, and her game is Jund! When the entire world is telling her to run Ancient Stirrings or Faithless Looting or Aether Vial, she prepares her own way! Here’s how.