Three-Year Rotation is Standard’s Real Problem
A few years ago, Magic’s Standard format was in a really bad spot, arguably worse than it is now. Currently, the format is basically unplayable for many because of the Vivi problem, but at least people still play Standard. As the world was beginning to open up from COVID-19, Standard had been completely forgotten. It […]
New Spider-Man Spoilers Bring The Horror Of Rent To MTG
So much for escapism!
Mono-Red Aggro Crushes Standard Menace to Win 674-Player Event
This weekend, the Magic Spotlight: Planetary Rotation tournament at SCG Con Orlando took place, showcasing multiple days of high-level Standard. 674 players gathered for the opportunity to win cash, Pro Tour invites, and more. Unsurprisingly, Izzet Cauldron was a dominant force this weekend. After making up 30% of the room for day one, Izzet Cauldron […]
Wizards Unveils Two Through the Omenpaths Cards Early
There’s no doubt that Marvel’s Spider-Man MTG set is a hugely exciting release for many players. The set might not seem obscenely powerful so far, but the flavor is undeniable. That said, the flavor isn’t to everyone’s tastes, as the cards do look distinctly Spider-Man. For many players, this is usually a strong selling point […]
Bizarre Standard Combo Deck Brings Mill To Major Event
Send their cards sailin’ down the river!
Mono-Black Skeletons Shell Surprisingly Wins Standard Qualifier Event
This weekend, many players attended SCG Con Orlando to jam lots of Standard games. From the main event to Regional Championship Qualifiers on the side, there were lots of competitive tournaments for players to join. Unsurprisingly, Izzet Cauldron was as dominant as ever across the events, showcasing just how brutal the Standard environment is to […]
Spider-Man Spoiler Season Kickoff Unveils Absurd Mana Generating Villain
At long last, the MTG Spider-Man spoiler season has begun in earnest. While we saw many of the franchise’s powerful heroes ahead of time, we didn’t get to see much of the franchise’s villains. We did get to see some lackluster Villain cards, like Doctor Octopus, Master Planner, but a majority of the villain’s best […]
New 4-Color MTG Deck Finally Unlocks Absurd Card
It’s clear to everyone that Standard is in a particularly dire situation. Vivi Cauldron combo has turned the format into a game of Archenemy and, despite having weeks to combat it, the deck’s vicegrip over the format has remained. After completely ruining the recent Arena Championship, and ruling over a subsequent NRG Top 8, the […]
Funky Edge Of Eternities Plant Wurm Is An MTG Sleeper Hit
Out of the ice, and into the game!
Red Aggro Resurgence Provides Sliver of Hope for Doomed Format
At the moment, it’s no surprise who the boogeyman of the Standard format is. Since the MTG Arena Championship, Izzet Cauldron has showcased its dominance in every aspect. The deck is fast, resilient, and has an excellent backup plan. Many players have been quick to call for an emergency ban, which unfortunately does not appear […]