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HomeAuthor page: Niels van der Vlugt

Author page: Niels van der Vlugt

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The Ultimate Guide to Drafting on MTG Arena

The Ultimate Guide to Drafting on MTG Arena

Niels van der Vlugt December 16, 2022 MTG Arena, Strategy

This epic guide covers everything you ever wanted to know about the cost of drafting, traditional vs. ranked draft, and basic strategy for improving your drafts.

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Collecting
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Full-Art Lands: The Complete Guide for MTG Arena and Paper Magic

Full-Art Lands: The Complete Guide for MTG Arena and Paper Magic

Niels van der Vlugt December 15, 2022 Collecting, MTG Cards

When it comes to full-art lands, I imagine you’re probably a fan, and you’re in fine company. These artistic beauties are rightfully loved by MTG players all over the world. Jumping on the bandwagon, I’m going to be taking an artful trip along...

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MTG Arena
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What Are MTG Arena Ranks and How Do They Work?

What Are MTG Arena Ranks and How Do They Work?

Niels van der Vlugt April 25, 2022 MTG Arena

When it comes to the ranking system, you might be wondering what it’s used for, how it’s calculated, when it resets, and more. We’re going to try to separate fact from fiction here while also giving you an easy, one-stop-shop to get all the info...

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Review
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Free Alternatives to LSV’s Set Reviews

Free Alternatives to LSV’s Set Reviews

Niels van der Vlugt April 19, 2022 Review, Strategy

If you play MTG, you’ll almost definitely have heard the name LSV. That’s Luis Scott-Vargas for you guys and gals who’re hearing the name for the first time. He’s in the Magic hall of fame, is one of three players who’ve achieved three ProTour...

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MTG Arena
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All About Gold in MTGA: How to Get it and How to Spend It

All About Gold in MTGA: How to Get it and How to Spend It

Niels van der Vlugt April 23, 2021 MTG Arena, MTG Arena Economy

If you’ve played MTG Arena before, you know that gold is one of two currencies that are available on the platform, the other being gems. If you’re new to MTGA or haven’t played it yet, now you also know what it is. Together they form the basis of...

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MTG Rules
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Phasing in MTG: Rules, History, and Cards

Phasing in MTG: Rules, History, and Cards

Niels van der Vlugt March 22, 2021 MTG Rules

As you’ve probably guessed by now, I’m going to be talking all about the mechanic known as “phasing” today! Phasing is a static ability that’s been around for 25(!) years but has rarely been used since its intro to the world of Magic.

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Commander
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What Are the 4-Color Commanders in MTG? And What Decks Can You Build?

What Are the 4-Color Commanders in MTG? And What Decks Can You Build?

Niels van der Vlugt February 1, 2021 Commander, MTG Cards, MTG Decks

I love, love, love Commander. it’s what got me into Magic and keeps me interested in Magic. It’s also one of the fastest growing formats over the last five years, so being able to add the 4-color chapter to our growing catalog is awesome.

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MTG Arena
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Who Are the Voice Actors For MTGA? 27 Characters Revealed

Who Are the Voice Actors For MTGA? 27 Characters Revealed

Niels van der Vlugt December 28, 2020 MTG Arena

There’s no denying that MTG Arena has become a digital show-pony for Wizards. You also might have noticed that WotC is doing several things differently with their Arena than with MTGO. For instance, a lot of voice actors have been implemented to...

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MTG Products
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The Best Deck Boxes for Every Type of Magic Player

The Best Deck Boxes for Every Type of Magic Player

Niels van der Vlugt December 2, 2020 MTG Products, Review

Deck boxes. Every paper player needs them. Whether it’s to showcase your collection, keep your favorite cards safe, or protect your multi-zero’s-behind-a-number deck or cube, they’re must. I’m going to go over a ton of different deck boxes today...

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Commander
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Commander 2019 Decks: Product Breakdown and Information

Commander 2019 Decks: Product Breakdown and Information

Niels van der Vlugt November 4, 2020 Commander, MTG Decks, MTG Products

Welcome to another look at a great pre-con Commander product! After a review of the 2017, 2020, and Zendikar Rising iterations, I figured I couldn’t leave you hanging without a review of Commander 2019, too. If you’re unfamiliar with what...

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MTG Arena
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What’s the Best Way to Get Cards in MTG Arena?

What’s the Best Way to Get Cards in MTG Arena?

Niels van der Vlugt October 21, 2020 MTG Arena

When you’ve been playing MTG Arena for a while, you inevitably take notice of its economy at some point. That is to say, you find out there are different ways to get your hands on things like products, gems, gold, packs, and cards. There are a...

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MTG Rules
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A History of Mana Burn in MTG—and Why it Will Never Return

A History of Mana Burn in MTG—and Why it Will Never Return

Niels van der Vlugt September 25, 2020 MTG Rules

| Illustration by Jeff Miracola I started playing Magic back in 2012 after a friend of mine got me hooked on it. Even though mana burn had been rendered obsolete three years before that, people were still talking about it. Some with verve, others...

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