Modern's top creatures have outgrown removal. Stern Scolding could change format interaction forever. See how the counterspell lines up against the competition.

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This week Sig talks about gameplay improvements he's made in March of the Machine Limited. What changes to his approach allowed him to start winning more?

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Many control players play slowly because they believe that control has to. David E. is here to tell them they're wrong. Control can and should play faster!

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Joe aka "Beardy" talks about his modern-day trade for a Revised Edition dual land. Is it still possible to get chase reserved list cards on the cheap?

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Joe aka "Beardy" shares how to sell Magic at a card show full of Pokemon collectors, reviewing prep and best-sellers. Who said Magic was on a decline?

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This week on Adam Plays Magic, Gladiator is back on Arena! Let's take a break and explore this awesome fan-made 100-card singleton brewer's paradise.

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David E. expected 4-Color Omnath to bounce back quickly from Yorion, Sky Nomad being banned. That isn't happening, and there are surprising reasons why.

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Join Tony as he attends his second of two local Prereleases to play some games and share engaging stories from his fellow players.

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When players build new decks, they often skip straight to playtesting. David E. explains why that's like skipping from concept design to full product release.

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Modern's metagame stability continues unabated. However, David E. sees worrying trends in the data that point to problems. Insiders should prepare themselves.

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Will Joe aka "Beardy" get to take on Post Malone for $100,000 in a winner-take-all, high-stakes game of Commander? Read on to find out his weapon of choice.

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With the strengthening US dollar, Sig sees more arbitrage opportunities ahead. He shares some sites that should be on your radar when shopping overseas.

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David S. rounds out his Cards to Pull from Bulk series with blue bulk picks whose demand is driven by non-Commander formats, isolating a few unlikely sleepers!

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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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Joe aka "Beardy" takes a look at the real difference between a budget card and an expensive piece of cardboard and wonders is budget such a bad thing?

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Francesco continues his study of the philosophies of the colors in Magic. This week he looks at the color blue. What defines a blue card?

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The return of CommandFests motivated Sig to reexamine his Commander decks--he shares some of his favorite whimsical inclusions.

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Paul looks at the history of Organized Play, from the first Pro Tour to the present. What's changed in the last 25+ years, and what's in store for the future?

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With Lurrus gone, Grixis slipping, and permission everywhere, is it really time to play combo? David thinks so, highlighting a Storm win and reassuring Belcher.

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Joe aka "Beardy" tackles the single most important question in Commander Rule 0 conversations, helping players set the stage for a positive gaming experience.

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