The MTG Marketplace: Biggest Winners, Losers and Trends of 3/14/22
This week, an old Modern gained new traction in the format resulting in major financial gains. In addition, Kamigawa: Neon Dynasty continues to influence the prices of many Commander cards. Welcome to The MTG Marketplace, a weekly article on MTG Rocks where we cover each week’s biggest price spikes and overall market trends. Weekly Winner […]
WOTC Announcement Spurred Buy-Out of This Modern Card
Last week, Wizards of the Coast banned in Modern. This change impacts the Modern metagame. But it also influences Magic’s secondary market, as seen by the several cards that jumped in value last week. One of these cards was Ranger-Captain of Eos. All printings of the card went up in value, and some versions nearly […]
It Keeps Rising – How Expensive Will This MTG Super-Staple Become?
Of all the new cards to come out of Modern Horizons 2, is one of the most played across all Magic: the Gathering formats. It is EVERYWHERE and for good reason–it is an absurd source of card draw in white, a color that typically lacks such effects in MTG. There’s a high demand for Esper […]
This Neon Dynasty Championship Breakout Card is an Easy Buy Right Now
Magic: the Gathering players duked it out in both Alchemy and Historic at the Neon Dynasty Championship last weekend. Alan Gadbois covered some of the best performing decks and cards from the tournament, but there’s one card that stood out to me as a MUST-BUY: Fable of the Mirror-Breaker. ***UPDATE: Fable of the Mirror-Breaker is […]
Kamigawa Raising More Commander Prices! Did You Get Your Copies?
Over the last few weeks, many Magic: the Gathering cards have spiked in price as a direct result of Kamigawa: Neon Dynasty and the hype surrounding the set’s effect on Commander. Sometimes these cards will spike overnight, and when they do, I report on them. But there are other cards that have gradually risen in […]
The MTG Marketplace: Biggest Winners, Losers and Trends of 3/7/22
This week, Wizards of the Coast made an announcement that shook up the market, causing multiple price spikes. In addition, several new Kamigawa cards are picking up in popularity and price. Welcome to The MTG Marketplace, a weekly article on MTG Rocks where we cover each week’s biggest price spikes and overall market trends. Weekly […]
It DOUBLED in Price – Is This The BEST Kamigawa Removal Spell?
March of Otherworldly Light is becoming a multi-format all-star. It sees extensive play in Standard. But many Pioneer and Modern decks are starting to use the card too. It’s even picking up play in Commander. It’s quite possible that this is the best removal spell from Kamigawa: Neon Dynasty. Consequently, March of Otherworldly Light has […]
This Mythic Modern Card Exploded in Value Overnight – Did You Buy Yours?
Seasoned Pyromancer is making a comeback! Wizards of the Coast dropped an unexpected B&R announcement on March 7, banning from the Modern format. This announcement has major implications for the Modern metagame. But there are also financial side effects to come from this banning. On the day of the banning, I discussed several cards with […]
Big Market Changes to Come After Exciting Ban Announcement
Goodbye and good riddance! If you haven’t heard, Wizards of the Coast made a B&R announcement, banning Lurrus in Modern. This is a BIG change. The banning impacts a variety of decks, and consequently, the entire metagame will shift. Even the secondary market will shift due to Lurrus getting the ax. Because Lurrus restricted decks […]
Standout Kamigawa Planeswalker Rising in Play and Price!
The Wandering Emperor is the first planeswalker to ever be printed with the flash. She has an overall strong toolkit of abilities, but the unprecedented potential to be played at instant speed really pushes her over the edge. Consequently, The Wandering Emperor has become popular in multiple Magic formats. Now she’s rising in price! The […]