Among all the aggro decks out there, none of them scream “smash” quite like Gruul. The Gruul archetype is historically known as one of the fastest decks in the format, benefitting from both the hasty, impulsive nature of red decks while also...
Read moreThe stack. You’ve probably had your fair share of interesting interactions with other players using the stack. You might even be the one who knows your way around it the most in your playgroup. Or, hey, you might be newer to the game and still...
Read moreI’m starting off the series with one of my personal favorites: Dimir Rogues. Because of all the subtle interactions, nuances, and synergies each card has with one another, I’ve chosen to write a slightly longer and in-depth guide for this...
Read moreFor the first time in a long time, we get a draft format that’s elegant in both drafting and gameplay. I love Zendikar Rising and its implications for the future of MTG. I’ve played over a hundred ZNR drafts now and have formulated a very strong...
Read moreCounterspells are pretty important in Magic. They make up a lot of blue’s color identity and they’re essentially a big old “no” to your opponent’s spells. Join me, your British friend (tea and crumpets included) on a journey to discover what...
Read moreWe’ve been having a blast with the Commander format for the past year now, but it’s not over yet! 2020 is the year that keeps on giving for us Commander fans, this time in the form of new cards and reprints galore across multiple sets for our...
Read moreWelcome 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...
Read moreComing on the heels of Amonkhet Remastered, we have another MTGA-only “remix” set from Wizards of the Coast. The last one offered an interesting and unique draft environment, distinct from either of the two sets that determined its...
Read moreWhen 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...
Read more| Illustration by DaarkenThe ocean of change in MTG is as wide as it is deep, if not wider. What the waves carry to our shores varies. Sometimes you get something like power creep, and other times you get new mechanics.In this case, we’re...
Read moreThere are some legends in the world of gaming that incite a reaction from those who know of them. Some envy their power, wishing they could steal their traits and characteristics. Some laugh them off, thinking that they’re overrated, larger than...
Read moreWe’ve talked about a lot of different ways to play MTG (especially Commander) but this time we’re gonna talk about something a bit different: drafting. It shouldn’t be a surprise that we love drafting here at Draftsim. We’ll go a bit deeper today...
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