One of the most notable mechanics of The Lost Caverns of Ixalan is discover, which functions like a “fixed” cascade. It’s a fantastically flavorful mechanic that captures the idea of exploration and the tangible rewards for working to expand your...
Read moreI’ve often wondered at the challenges of designing 4-color commanders and 5-color commanders. Once you surpass three colors, many legendary creatures seem to latch onto a key idea, then provide generically powerful support for it; Jodah, the...
Read moreI’ve always had a fondness for Nekusar, the Mindrazer. It’s among the best early commanders for new players because it has a clear game plan, with a handful of useful support cards. While many Nekusar decks draw from the same palette of cards...
Read moreProxies have become ever-more common with the rise of Commander as the most popular Magic format. Players use proxies to sub in a few cards, or they even proxy entire decks. With Commander’s ever-growing influence over MTG, I bet you’ve played...
Read moreWotC has serenaded us with endless new commanders over the past couple of years with game-warping abilities that push the limits of what Magic cards can reasonably do. Kaalia of the Vast looks tame in comparison, but don’t make the mistake...
Read moreMultiverse-altering events are often exciting, especially when they creep into card design. One such story shift occurred after March of the Machine concluded the New Phyrexia storyline, birthing a series of “desparked planeswalkers.”
Read moreAlongside the growth of Commander as Magic’s most popular casual format, the number of players playing proxies is on the rise. While not legal for sanctioned play, proxies are overall beneficial to Magic in terms of making the game more...
Read moreAetherdrift is especially exciting because it brings a burst of brand-new vehicles, a card type that pops up occasionally, but rarely in such numbers. Which DFT cards deserve a slot in your Cube, and what can they do?
Read moreIt’s time for a fresh set, new mechanics, and a massive dump of legendary creatures jostling for a spot in our command zone. Aetherdrift has spawned a host of death race-themed commanders, with a particular focus on a cycle of 10 gold...
Read moreThe Eternal Might precon wants to loot and discard and buff its zombie hordes, and it’s remarkably concise when doing so. Being a typal deck works in this precon’s favor as it leaves room for less fluff.
Read moreIf you want to do some broken things with Magic’s most busted card type, you have plenty of resources. Artifact decks have access to a host of powerful cost reducers that work exceptionally well with broken combo strategies.
Read moreAlternate arts are one of Magic’s best features. Many of the cards are story pieces, exposing bits of lore. Alternate arts give us another peek at these moments. They’re also a fantastic way to add character to a deck, not to mention potentially...
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