Contract from Below | Quiet Speculation https://www.quietspeculation.com Play More, Win More, Pay Less Thu, 16 Jun 2022 23:39:00 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://www.quietspeculation.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/favicon.png Contract from Below | Quiet Speculation https://www.quietspeculation.com 32 32 Newer Options for Shopping Damaged Cards https://www.quietspeculation.com/2022/06/newer-options-for-shopping-damaged-cards/ https://www.quietspeculation.com/2022/06/newer-options-for-shopping-damaged-cards/#comments Mon, 13 Jun 2022 14:00:00 +0000 https://www.quietspeculation.com/?p=115332

Did you know there are other options outside TCGplayer for purchasing damaged cards? Sig shares some recent observations in this space.

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The sequel to Guilds of Ravnica and the 80th expansion set in Magic: The Gathering's history is due to release on January 25, 2019.  Here's what we know about Ravnica Allegiance (RNA) so far, including any cards in the spoiler, the guilds represented, and cards to speculate on before the full spoiler is released.   The Guilds […]

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Ultimate Masters is still in full bounce back mode, and the last World Magic Cup has come to a finish. Plus, some sweet Ravnica Allegiance spoilers have hit the market so there’s gonna be a nice mix of things to talk about again in this piece. Owing to the spoilers, this might be a little […]

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Hello, everybody and welcome to a new week of the Daily Stock Watch! Standard cards are starting to move in the wake of new brews with cards from Guild of Ravnica, and we're all but ready to see which deck will be the new Black Red Midrange (arguably the best deck from last season) of […]

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The summer slowdown is upon us, but if you dig deeper you can find some surprising market trends. Sig looks at the newest developments with Magic's first few core sets.

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As prices on older cards rise into the stratosphere, some folks may truly be considering cashing out. This week Sig shares some tidbits on effective ways of selling your Old School cards.

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The recently announced Iconic Masters will bring a new influx of supply to the market on top of the deluge from MM3. Sig explains what it means for your portfolio.

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After a momentary drop, Modern Masters 2017 prices have rebounded. Sig shares concrete price data from MM2 to provide predictions for what's to come on MM3's hottest staples.

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At first glance, speculators appeared to profit on breakout cards from Pro Tour Kaladesh. A deeper look, focusing on more realistic scenarios, reveals a different picture.

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Brian discusses the value of expensive Reserved List cards from an oft unconsidered perspective—their appeal as luxury goods not for play.

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The considerations the go into the foundation of a cube are myriad. Join Usman as he begins delving into the depths of what makes a cube through restrictions!

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