TagFundamentals

The Most Valuable Lesson You Might Ever Learn

Gerry is re-learning an important lesson about what works and what doesn’t in modern-era Constructed Magic, and he shares it alongside his experiences at this past weekend’s Season Two Invitational… and what he is trying out going forward, for #SCGVEGAS and beyond!

How to Win

Magic theory is loaded with niche terms, advice, and advanced logic. Frank Skarren is here to remind you of some of Magic’s most fundamentally important skills so that you can improve your chances every single match.

Some Boats Are Not Steered

Pro Tour Journey Into Nyx Champion Patrick Chapin takes an in-depth look at the misguided view of luck in Magic culture and how changing your perspective can turn you into a champion.

Pro Tour Journey into Nyx: *1st* – Part One

When a Hall of Famer and one of the best writers in Magic wins his first Pro Tour, there’s a lot to say. In Part One of his can’t-miss tournament report, Patrick Chapin details the preparation that led up to his victory.

The Driving Forces of Theros Block Constructed

What goes into preparing for a Pro Tour with a poorly understood format? Sam Black delves into the inner workings of Theros Block Constructed, revealing how so many top teams came to a consensus on the format’s best deck and why he considers it unbalanced.

Learning and Losing at Pro Tour Journey into Nyx

Shaun McLaren’s Pro Tour title defense didn’t go according to plan. What did he learn from his PT Journey into Nyx experience, and how can those lessons help you?

Lessons from Pro Tour Journey into Nyx

Ari Lax learned several important lessons from his experience at Pro Tour Journey into Nyx. Today he shares them with you and examines a few of his Block Constructed roads untraveled!

Losing Like a Winner

Do you lose with grace? Mark Nestico discusses how to approach losses in Magic in a way that builds community, a topic close to his hobbyist’s heart.

The BMK Q&A!

Brian Kibler asked for questions, and now he’s dishing out the answers! What’s the most fun he ever had losing a match? What was with the stand-up shuffle at Grand Prix Minneapolis? What product does he use in his hair? Find out all this and much, much more!

Getting the Most from a Team: How to Talk About Magic

Sam Black examines the inner workings of a team and effective communication strategies in this article inspired by his work leading up to Pro Tour Journey into Nyx.

Brew Fearlessly

Is brewing a dying art? Mark Nestico makes a plea for deckbuilding innovation and provides practical advice for those who want to get into the habit.

Approaching a Magic Tournament

What’s your state of mind going into a Magic tournament? Sam Black discusses focus, expectations, and more ahead of Pro Tour Journey into Nyx.

Don’t

Pro Tour Gatecrash Top 8 competitor Gerry Thompson is back, and he kicks things off by debunking some statements he’s commonly seen and heard from Magic players over the years.

Team Sealed Tips For #SCGROA

Get ready to play Team Sealed at the SCG Classic Series in Roanoke, Virginia this Saturday by checking out Patrick’s tips to being successful in the format!

Deck Selection Animal Style

Want to attack the Standard metagame with something different at #SCGDET? Find out how from Pro Tour Dragon’s Maze Top 8 competitor Andrew Shrout!