MTG Players Mourn Standard Staples Rotating Soon

Sheoldred, the Apocalypse | Dominaria United

As the release date for the Final Fantasy MTG set fast approaches, Standard is primed to see another shake-up. Final Fantasy might not be the most competitive-oriented set in Magic’s existence, but there are still tons of powerful cards. Thankfully, all is not lost if Final Fantasy doesn’t completely rejuvenate the somewhat tired Standard metagame, […]

Under-Supported MTG Decks Are Getting a Major Upgrade Soon

Weave the Nightmare

Recent MTG sets have had some absolutely fantastic mechanics. Between Plot, Disguise, and Discover, there’s been a lot to love. Despite these recent successes, both casually and in constructed formats, not every new mechanic is a winner. For better or worse, some MTG mechanics are seriously, and rather problematically parasitic. As much as the name […]

MTG 2024 Standard Rotation Is Surprisingly Messy

Timely Interference

Containing nothing but adorable critters and Calamity Beasts, Bloomburrow is one of the most beloved MTG sets of 2024 already. Thanks to the timing of its release, it’s also one of the most important sets this year. After a literal year of waiting, Bloomburrow is finally set to usher in Standard’s rotation. For Standard and […]

MTG Standard Rotation Is Happening Sooner Than Expected!

Back in 2023, Wizards of the Coast announced that Standard wouldn’t be rotating that year. Coming as quite a shock to a lot of MTG players, this decision was aimed at revitalizing the faltering format. Unfortunately, shortly after the change, or lack thereof happened, it seemed this decision may have had the opposite effect. Instead […]

WotC Addresses Concerns About Upcoming MTG Rules Change

Rules Lawyer

In case you missed the major MTG news from last weekend, this year, Standard is getting a major rules change. Or rather, Standard isn’t getting a major change, as rotation is being pushed back by a year. Shifting from a two-year to a three-year rotation, Wizards of the Coast is hoping to revitalize the format. […]