A variety of new mechanics were released for players to test and play with in Commander Legends: Battle for Baldur’s Gate. Some impact color identity of otherwise mono-colored commanders, some are returning mechanics like myriad, but one that...
Read moreThe decklist for Dance of the Elements, Lorwyn Eclipsed’s 5 color precon, was spoiled yesterday. We were surprised to see these elementals missing from it.
Read moreWotC has printed wave after wave of catch-up cards to help even out the playing field. These usually take the form of slow white ramp spells, but there are other ways to make up for a lackluster start.
Read moreWe can count the number of Abzan tri-lands on one hand, but every tri-color deck needs mana fixing, so you’ll play what you can get.
Read moreFew characters in Magic are as iconic as Chandra Nalaar. The hot-blooded pyromancer was one of the first planeswalkers to receive a planeswalker card in Lowryn, and has remained a staple since.
Read moreWelcome to the party! Let’s have some fun with the party mechanic. I’ll answer some of your big questions about the mechanic. What does the party mechanic mean? What cards can work with it? Can I actually build a deck that’s competitive with...
Read moreLooking for your next creature type to build around? Enjoy gaining life and attacking with massive flying creatures? You may be in need of a little divine intervention. Let’s look towards the heavens, where we’ll find a fan-favorite typal...
Read moreMagical swords are a pretty common fantasy trope, so it shouldn’t be too surprising that Magic has its fair share of them. I’m a big sucker for a cool sword that has narrative significance or special abilities, so I’m always interested when a new...
Read moreSometimes cards have two (or even four) modes and none of them are good enough alone, but the card is better for being flexible. Today is all about flexibility, because I’m going to take a look at the channel mechanic.
Read moreIf you’re a fan of Jeskai colors in Magic – blue, red, and white – you know it’s all about clever plays and versatile spells. Today, we’re looking at the top Jeskai cards, from spells that can shift the game to creatures and planeswalkers with...
Read moreThere aren’t very many Temur lands in Magic, which makes the ones that do exist essentials for blue, red, and green decks.
Read moreWhile a lot of blue’s spell power comes from instant speed cards like counterspells, the color also has quite a few great sorcery speed spells. It has everything from simple cantrips to splash extra turn and theft effects.
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