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 […]
Commander Staple 2024 Bear Hits $30 After Consistent Demand
With the spoiler season for Marvel’s Spider-Man underway, you might expect the MTG markets to be going haywire. There are tons of new legendary creatures being spoiled, and each one is an iconic character worth building around. That said, while we’ve seen a lot of familiar faces from the Spider-Man franchise already, they’re not actually […]
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 […]
MTG Designer Provides Ban Update About Controversial Blue Combo Instant
For most Constructed MTG formats, ban announcements follow a rather strict schedule. Barring emergency bans, which are unlikely, bans affecting Standard, Pioneer, Modern, Legacy, and Vintage happen at specific intervals. The next announcement is scheduled to take place on November 24th. Pauper, however, has its own committee that oversees the format, and thus banlist changes […]
MTG Spider-Man Rules Change Unlocks New Avenues For MDFC Cards
It’s morphin’ time!
MTG Designer Confirms Appearance of All Infinity Stones in MTG
Ever since The Soul Stone appeared in Magic: The Gathering’s Spider-Man, players started questioning if the other Infinity Stones were on their way. Arguably one of the most iconic elements of the Marvel franchise, the Infinity Stones have the potential to capture incredibly powerful effects, and generate a ton of hype. We haven’t seen any […]