The 50 Best Build Arounds in Commander Ranked
Build arounds don’t just fit into a strategy; they pull your deck in a unique direction and reward you for leaning into their strengths. And these are the best ones for Commander.
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The 55 Best Halloween Commanders in Magic Ranked
Gather ‘round, my ghouls, goblins, and gremlins as we thumb the tomes of Magic’s history, seeking the scariest creatures and most valiant heroes to bring to your Halloween gaming sessions. Here are my picks for some of the most interesting and...
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The 40 Best Burn Commanders in Magic Ranked
Some people want to watch the world burn. Others are content with setting their Magic: The Gathering opponents ablaze. It’s a strategy that’s been quite literally burned into the framework of the game since the day Lightning Bolt was printed.
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The Top 8 Must-Know Blue Archetypes, Plus Example Decks
Blue can be your favorite color of MTG, or your worst nightmare, depending on the decks you play and the people you know. Blue still has some of the best archetypes and strategies in the game, across multiple formats.
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The 50 Best Planeswalker Support Cards in Magic Ranked
If you ever wanted to build your own planeswalker-themed deck but don’t know where to start, the secret is in the support cards. Planeswalkers are powerful on their own, but they really shine when you have the right tools to protect them, fuel...
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All 14 Black Enchantment Removal Cards in Magic Ranked
Black is the color that typically gets to do everything, but at a cost. However, removing enchantments is a relatively new addition to black’s arsenal, with very few premium effects that fit in this space.
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The 27 Best Second Spell Payoffs in Magic Ranked
Second spell payoffs are cards with a triggered ability that rewards you for casting your second spell in a turn. It’s becoming an increasingly more popular design space for archetypes in new sets.
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The 27 Best Edict Creatures in Magic Ranked
The world of edict creatures goes pretty deep. You can make your opponents sacrifice far more than just creatures and get much more explosive effects.
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The Real Difference Between a Card Saver vs. a Top Loader
Trading cards—from Magic and beyond—are interesting collectables. While they fit in your pocket, some can be valued at near-unspeakable dollar figures. We’re talking hundreds, even thousands of dollars for a slip of cardboard with a smattering of...
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Tribute in MTG: Rules, History, and Best Cards
Tribute ended up being kinda bad, and it was never reprinted outside of its debut set, Born of the Gods. But if you happen to love forcing foes into tough choices, and your deck happens to love +1/+1 counters, there might be something here for...
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Star Trek, Marvel, and The Hobbit Headline 2026’s Universes Beyond Line-Up
The preview panel at MagicCon Atlanta wrapped up on Friday, and 2026’s release slate is looking stacked.
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The 45 Best Counter-Removing Cards in Magic Ranked
Removing counters can be just as strong as outright destroying a card in some cases, though sometimes you can shift counters around to unlock some interesting combos.
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