Eternalize in MTG: Rules, History, and Best Cards
One of my favorite mechanics from the Amonkhet block came about in Hour of Devastation: eternalize. If that doesn’t sound awesome, I don’t know what does.
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Daybound and Nightbound in MTG: Rules FAQ
Halloween is right around the corner and that makes me very happy. I expect today’s topic to really set the mood for such a great holiday since I’m focusing on Midnight Hunt’s new keywords: daybound and nightbound.
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How Does the Command Zone Work in EDH?
Elder Dragon Highlander. EDH. Commander. Whatever you like to call it, this format is easily one of the best ways to play Magic. Your commander gets to lead the charge by starting in your “command zone,” which is what I’m here to talk about...
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Fear in MTG: Rules, History, and Best Cards
Black was one of my favorite colors and to this day I’m pretty sure it has to do with two things: Phyrexians and Fear, both the card itself and the ability that spawned from it. But what is the “fear” mechanic? Let’s take a look at its use...
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Dungeons in MTG: Rules, History, and Best Cards
Dungeons in MTG! They’ve always been a thing in D&D. It’s right in the name: Dungeons and Dragons. But now they’re in Magic, too. But what do dungeons actually do? How do they work, how do you use them, and how do you survive them?
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Surveil in MTG: Rules, History, and Best Cards
Graveyard-based mechanics are often one of the most popular in MTG. There are tons of ways to interact with the graveyards and generate a long-term value across the board. But what about ways to put them in the graveyard in the first place? Today...
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How Does the Commander Tax Work in EDH?
Commander is Magic’s most popular sanctioned format. Helmed by your favorite legendary creatures, Commander paves the way for big plays and epic showdowns. But among all of this revelry, there has to be some ground rules. Enter the commander...
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Prowess in MTG: Rules, History, and Best Cards
Not all mechanics are created equally, and some are more powerful than others. Some are even called “broken” and never again seen in new sets. It’s time to go over one mechanic that’s been considered oppressive and has only been printed in a...
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How Do the Phases in Magic Work?
If you’ve ever competed in a Magic tournament before, you’ve likely overheard a heated argument about turn structure. Maybe you were participating in that argument. Understanding the phases of Magic won’t just help you become a law-abiding Magic...
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Lifelink in MTG: Rules, History, and Best Cards
Life is an important resource in Magic. We’ve seen how using your life total as a resource can break the game countless times over the years, from Necropotence to Gitaxian Probe. Lifegain is an underappreciated stratagem, and the history of...
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How Does the Legend Rule Work in Magic?
Let’s be honest, the legend rule has always been one of the more confusing rules in Magic. Back in the day, the best way to get rid of your opponent’s copy of Jace, the Mind Sculptor was to play Jace Beleren. Or your own copy of the Mind...
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Ante Cards in Magic: History And Info
2021 is Magic’s 28th birthday, and there’s a good chance you don’t know much (or even anything) about the “ante” rule if you started playing any time in the last 25 years. It’s said that when Richard Garfield first created the game, he intended...
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