Tag: magic: the gathering

Alternative Aggro Deck Shines Bright Following Brutal Ban

This past Monday, a multitude of bans shook up a variety of different Constructed formats. While it felt inevitable that Izzet Cauldron in Standard would get nerfed hard, there were some cards whose bans were unexpected. None fit the bill more than Heartfire Hero in Pioneer. With one of the major cornerstones of Mono-Red Aggro […]

MTG Players Rediscover Lifegain Commander That Nukes Opponents Out of Nowhere

Magic: The Gathering is currently in the habit of releasing a ridiculous number of Legendary Creatures. Thanks in part to the advent of Universes Beyond, there are now an absurd number of Commanders for players to potentially build around. There are so many Legendary creatures now that it’s not unusual for some to slip through […]

Minotaur Typal Deck Makes Unexpected Splash Thanks to 30-Year-Old Artifact

In the world of MTG, not all creature types are created equal. While it’s common to see typal strategies like Humans and Elves pop up in Constructed thanks to the sheer number of payoffs available, less abundant creature types can struggle to make their presences felt. That’s why it’s so cool to see Minotaur Typal […]

Best MTG Avatar Jumpstart Cards

The official release of MTG Avatar is right around the corner, and there’s a lot to look forward to. From the main set to the bonus sheet, this set is chock full of exciting, flavorful designs. There’s even a full-fledged collection of Jumpstart cards with cool applications for Commander and beyond. While it’s natural for […]

MTG Experience Voltron Card Sees 416% Price Spike Due to PlayStation Commander

Despite Avatar: The Last Airbender having been fully revealed, it’s clear that the set isn’t yet significantly influencing the secondary market. So much new MTG product is hitting the scene so quickly that players are still picking up cards for the last product that was released. The PlayStation Secret Lair Superdrop is still driving a […]