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Choosing My Deck For SCG Louisville

A good weekend may yield success in one event, but a good process can deliver results for life! Ross Merriam puts one into practice as he chooses his Modern deck for SCG Louisville!

Modern Misunderstood

Brad Nelson continues his quest to find harmony in a format that eludes him! What makes a great Modern specialist? And how is Brad walking the path to being one?

Please Stop Messing Up Your Modern Deck

A lot of us instinctively do certain things when we’re battling it out in Modern, but Ross says enough is enough! Don’t fall into these common traps!

Possibility Storm: Make Benalia History!

With SCG Baltimore looming, it’s time to get your brain in Magic shape! So how do you defeat this frightening row of Knights? Solve the puzzle and win the battle!

Coach Collins: How To Find The Best Line

Collins Mullen has put on his coaching cap! Today he shares his three-step approach to finding the best line in a situation. Hint: it’s probably not the first one you thought of…

The GAM Podcast: Variable Ways To Solve The Same Modern Problems

There are format truths in Standard, Modern, and Legacy, but people don’t always come to the same conclusions. In this episode, Gerry and Bryan agree on the truths of the formats, but take wildly different approaches to adapting to those truths.

How do aggro decks hold their ground against Walking Ballista and a bevy of removal? How do you get an edge in the Hymn to Tourach / Kolaghan’s Command grindfest in Legacy? Humans and Hollow One are the best decks in Modern, but how do you beat them? How is everyone else going to beat them?

While this is “just” an episode about deck selection for the coming weeks, it’s a fascinating look at how people can tackle the same problems in different ways.

The Right Way To Consume Magic Content

Emma Handy has returned! If you think she’s taken a break from Magic content while not producing it herself, think again! Read the article that helps you get the most bang for your buck when…well, reading articles!

Why The New Standard Mana Matters So Much

Dominaria taking the great lands of Innistrad is going to radically change things when it enters the battlefield! Owen goes into the great detail of what this means and what decks you should be trying! And avoiding…

Mana Advantage And Colorless Eldrazi In Legacy

Todd Anderson is on his way to Seattle with all his tech on the table! He’s picked a deck he wants to take on Delver with, and he’s explaining the greater Magic purpose of why he thinks it can work! SCG Milwaukee Classic players: take note!

The GAM Podcast: Greatness, At Any Cost

In what could be the greatest episode yet, Gerry and Bryan tackle the subject of greatness. What does it mean to be “great” at something? What does it take to get there? What are some traits shared by people with the capability for greatness?

Inspired by the movie “Whiplash,” this is a can’t miss “level up” episode, no matter your skill level.

Do As I Say, And As I Do, Part 2

Brad Nelson elaborates on the themes of last week’s notable article as he discusses information management, sideboard design, the value of free bluffs, and much, much more!

Different Problem-Solving Perspectives In Magic

If you’re having trouble in Magic lately, it might be that you’re trying to solve the problem from the wrong point of view! Read Jadine’s excellent theory piece on how you can metagame, tune, and level up your way to more wins!

Something To Fix For Every Format

Ari Lax has been exploring a variety of ways to play Magic! Today he shares a single tip for each of them that just might ratchet up your win percentage or fun factor! What mistake does he see people making in Modern? Legacy? Commander? Take it away, Ari!

Do As I Say, And As I Do

We put our foot down this week: no more writing about The Scarab God, Brad Nelson! So today he’s serving up mini-articles with his insights into tournament preparation, questioning one’s assumptions, and much more!

Answers To Modern Answers

Jadine is the epitome of a next level Magic theorist. Get your fill of some of the best Magic knowledge available on your way to SCG Cincinnati! Glorybringer? Jace? Bloodbraid? Not. A. Problem.