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Three Indicators of Paper Magic’s Health
By Sigmund Ausfresser on April 6th, 2020
The COVID-19 pandemic has introduced much uncertainty in the Magic market. However, Sig is...Picking Pioneer: Bulk Picks from War of the Spark
By Brady Harrison on April 3rd, 2020
In a time where we're all homebound, there's no better opportunity to sit down...MTGO Finance: The Changing Landscape of Foils
By Kyle Rusciano on April 2nd, 2020
Kyle revisits a tried and true MTGO redemption strategy and shows us why it...Myth Realized, and Why We Should Be Looking Into It.
By UndyingMTG on April 1st, 2020
UndyingMTG makes his QS debut, offering an overview of the Myth Realized, and shedding...COVID-19 Retailer Updates
By Joseph Davidson on March 31st, 2020
A list of major online retailers and their COVID-19 related news that will continue...Navigating Vendor Shut-Downs
By Sigmund Ausfresser on March 30th, 2020
COVID-19 has forced temporary suspension of many large Magic vendor operations. This week Sig...Coronavirus, Cancellations, and You
By Joseph Davidson on March 25th, 2020
Wizards Play Network has announced that In-Store Play is officially suspended in North America,...Magic: A Source of Precious Cash
By Sigmund Ausfresser on March 23rd, 2020
Asset prices are dropping everywhere. Cash is king. This week Sig examines a strategy...Insider: MTG Speculation in Economic Uncertainty
By David Schumann on March 22nd, 2020
We are facing trying times right now thanks to the COVID-19 virus. David outlines...Follow-up: COVID-19’s Further Impact on Magic
By Sigmund Ausfresser on March 16th, 2020
When asked to write about COVID-19's impact on Magic, Sig did his best to...NEWS
Three Indicators of Paper Magic’s Health
By Sigmund Ausfresser on April 6th, 2020
The COVID-19 pandemic has introduced much uncertainty in the Magic market. However, Sig is seeing a few things that help him feel a little more optimistic. This week, he shares his observations and why...Picking Pioneer: Bulk Picks from War of the Spark
By Brady Harrison on April 3rd, 2020
In a time where we're all homebound, there's no better opportunity to sit down and pick through bulk! Brady combs over War of the Spark to find the best bulk picks in the next...MTGO Finance: The Changing Landscape of Foils
By Kyle Rusciano on April 2nd, 2020
Kyle revisits a tried and true MTGO redemption strategy and shows us why it may not be as viable in the current landscape.Myth Realized, and Why We Should Be Looking Into It.
By UndyingMTG on April 1st, 2020
UndyingMTG makes his QS debut, offering an overview of the Myth Realized, and shedding light on his process of singles speculation.COVID-19 Retailer Updates
By Joseph Davidson on March 31st, 2020
A list of major online retailers and their COVID-19 related news that will continue to be updated. Please check back frequently for updates.Navigating Vendor Shut-Downs
By Sigmund Ausfresser on March 30th, 2020
COVID-19 has forced temporary suspension of many large Magic vendor operations. This week Sig reports on which vendors are closed, which are still open for business, and how he's shopping during this tumultuous time.Coronavirus, Cancellations, and You
By Joseph Davidson on March 25th, 2020
Wizards Play Network has announced that In-Store Play is officially suspended in North America, Europe, and LATAM until at least May 10th. Joe talks about the potential financial impacts for local game stores, online...Magic: A Source of Precious Cash
By Sigmund Ausfresser on March 23rd, 2020
Asset prices are dropping everywhere. Cash is king. This week Sig examines a strategy whereby he's raising cash from Magic sales to fund investments in other depressed asset classes. The result will be lower...Insider: MTG Speculation in Economic Uncertainty
By David Schumann on March 22nd, 2020
We are facing trying times right now thanks to the COVID-19 virus. David outlines his view on the situation, and how you can respond and act accordingly during this time.Follow-up: COVID-19’s Further Impact on Magic
By Sigmund Ausfresser on March 16th, 2020
When asked to write about COVID-19's impact on Magic, Sig did his best to speculate on potential outcomes. Now, two weeks later, the pandemic's impact has come more into focus, and Sig has a...Insider: Speculating on the Banned List Announcement
By Adam Yurchick on March 13th, 2020
Monday's update to the Banned and Restricted list, has impacted the market of multiple formats, and today Adam shares some winners from the changes.Insider: The Effect of Secret Lairs
By David Schumann on March 12th, 2020
David does a deep dive on Secret Lair series, with a focus how these reprints have affected overall prices of the reprinted cards.March 9th 2020 Banned and Restricted Announcement
By Sam Lowe on March 11th, 2020
Sam's back from his hiatus to analyze the post-ban landscape! Find out what he's been up to, and where he finds himself in the current Magic market.Banned and Restricted List Update – March 9, 2020
By QS Staff on March 9th, 2020
The March 9, 2020 Banned and Restricted List Update is live! Here's the full list of cards in every format.The Commonality of All Investments
By Sigmund Ausfresser on March 9th, 2020
Emotions. Whether we're speculating on Magic cards or stocks, we all have to handle emotions in order to make optimal choices. This week Sig explores examples where emotion led to poor investments to help...