Some commanders catch your attention because they’re super powerful or potentially because they utilize a strategy that you’re a big fan of. However, sometimes a commander comes along that stands out just because you love the artwork. That was...
Read moreIf you’re a fan of Khans of Tarkir—rather, if you’re a fan of Magic, there’s something in Tarkir Commander that’ll appeal to you. Let’s dissect these precons, going over deck themes, reprint quality, and new additions to the Commander format.
Read moreMagic’s Lord of the Rings crossover offers lots of exciting deck techs to dive into. The set has plenty of exciting commanders that let you bring your favorite LotR characters to the battlefield.
Read moreWinota is one of the most game-changing cards in Magic: The Gathering, thanks to its dominance across multiple formats. Today, we’re diving into what makes Winota such an explosive commander in EDH, and how top competitive players build around it...
Read moreI really like commanders that let you build in multiple directions. Esika, God of the Tree is one such commander. It’s an MDFC with two sides worth of value, but it’s also a 5-color commander that gives you access to any god you want. Why not go...
Read moreSuperfriends decks run a lot of different planeswalkers. The idea is that the deck relies on the versatility of various planeswalkers to get you out of any tight situation. Plenty also have powerful and game-ending abilities, meaning you have a...
Read moreOne 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 moreCommander quickly became Magic’s most popular format with its introduction more than a dozen years ago. It went from a homebrew idea to a format that receives constant support and attention from Wizards, for better and worse. Part of the appeal...
Read moreAnimar has competition, but it’s every bit as scary now as it was when it first released. We’ve got a +1/+1 counters build to maximize this commander’s cost reduction.
Read moreChinese Regional Championship competitor Li Hui might not have walked away with the trophy, but the deck they registered for the event is worth of your attention.
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 still remember my excitement when I first heard that Ixalan focused on dinosaurs. Let’s face it: dinosaurs are cool. Loads of kids and adults are fascinated with dinosaurs, and Jurassic Park is one of the most iconic movies of all time.
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