MTG Goblins Make Competitive Splash Thanks to Jumpstart Commander
For many Commander enthusiasts, typal archetypes remain some of the most fun decks to play. After all, there’s nothing not to like about flooding the board with creatures and using thematic payoffs to cement your advantage. While typal decks are significantly more popular in a casual setting, there are some strategies that can still hold […]
Unique 5-Color Eldrazi Combo Machine Wins 92-Player Commander Tournament
One of the most enjoyable aspects of the Commander is building around Magic’s sheer multitude of legends. The sheer volume of Commanders players can choose from is massive, and each option brings its own unique charm. Unfortunately, though, the bar Commanders need to meet to make a splash in a competitive environment is extremely high, […]
Janky Two-Card MTG Avatar Free Spell Combo Becomes Competitive Powerhouse
Ever since it was unveiled as one of the first MTG Avatar cards, players were understandably excited about Avatar Aang. Offering a ridiculous ability once flipped, this card had immediate combo potential that players couldn’t wait to get their hands on. Upon release, however, many found this combo to be too clunky and ultimately not […]
Mono-Green MTG Avatar Commander Crushes Tournament With Food Combos
Following a very disappointing set release in MTG Spider Man, MTG Avatar came in with a bang. Beyond the set’s range of flavorful designs, MTG Avatar brought a multitude of Constructed and Commander powerhouses to the table. These powerful build-arounds extend beyond just the main set, as the supplemental Jumpstart product also delivered some heavy […]
MTG Marvel Hero Tutor Engine Makes Unexpected Tournament Splash
Over the past few years, many powerful Universes Beyond legends have been printed. For better or for worse, the massive influx of new legends has drastically shaken the Commander ecosystem. This extends beyond just casual play, as a multitude of Universes Beyond Commanders have already made waves in the Duel Commander and cEDH spheres. The […]
Secret Lair Commander Unexpectedly Dominates 199-Player Commander Event
For many Commander enjoyers, part of the fun of the format is showcasing the power of underrated legends. With so many legendary creatures to choose from, some Commanders just don’t find their time in the spotlight. Things only get more selective in competitive environments, where so many cool multicolor options get drowned out by the […]
MTG Avatar Jumpstart Card Advantage Machine Makes Waves in Eternal Formats
MTG Avatar cards haven’t even been available on Magic Online for a week yet, and we’re already seeing multiple incredible powerhouses show up in older formats. Many well-established archetypes, including Boros Energy in Modern and Mono-Black Scam in Vintage, have begun adopting new tools like The Legend of Roku and Mai, Scornful Striker, respectively. Interestingly, […]
Dragon-Themed MTG Mana Rock Breaks Out in Multiple Formats
During Tarkir: Dragonstorm spoiler season, one of the first cards previewed, Mox Jasper, garnered a lot of mixed reactions. Moxen have historically had a massive impact on a variety of Constructed formats, however, some like Mox Tantalite have failed to make noise in any non-Commander format. Early on, it seemed like Mox Jasper was going […]
30-Year-Old MTG Mana Engine Will Receive First Ever Foil Printing
Over the past few days, we have been getting absolutely bombarded with new Secret Lairs. From arcade-themed designs to neat land cycles from the good old days, the Winter Superdrop has a boatload of neat products in store. This assortment goes on sale February 10 at 9 am PT, so don’t miss out on your […]
Free Commander Teams Up with MH3 Flare to Take Down Huge Event!
This weekend at SCG Con Las Vegas, players had the opportunity to try out new MH3 cards in a highly competitive setting. In the Modern $5k, surely made its presence felt. Three players in the top 16 rocked Nadu combo decks maximizing the Bird’s synergy with . A unique Eldrazi Tron decklist also made it […]