With Modern coming back in full force, Kai examines how the return of large events and the shift in metagame has affected the market

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ChannelFireball is now bringing MagicFests to an Arena near you! After trying his luck in one of these events, Joe takes a look at the expected values for participating in Online MagicFests.

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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.

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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 clearer viewpoint on how this is likely to unfold in the world of Magic finance.

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ChannelFireball returns to the QS Vendor Series! Tarkan sits down with Jon Saso and Mashi Scanlan to talk about Theros Beyond Death, the future of MagicFests, Inventory Acquisition, and more! Recorded live in the QS Discord.

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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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Standard is nearing rotation but that doesn't mean we're lacking for action. Eddie covers the cards to hold and fold this week, including key foils, promos, and Pauper staples.

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Eddie presents the latest price movements and advises on what to hold, what to get rid of, and the reasoning behind it.

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Edward covers the latest shifts in the wake of Pro Tour 25th Anniversary, including a new section that highlights major targets he missed in earlier articles.

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Thank you to everyone for all the feedback on my first article. I hope this one is even better. I originally drafted this article on Thursday, July 12 and wanted to get this out to you before the weekend. Now we’ve seen two copies of Sneak & Show in the top of SCG Worcester. But […]

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Mike was yet another witness to the craziness of GP Charlotte. He shares his experience and considers the financial aspects of the tournament.

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Mike attended GP Pittsburgh last weekend, both to compete and hit up the dealer booths. He shares his experiences as well as a few financial tidbits.

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Selling to Buylists At Events From my past experiences, the Grand Prix event site is usually a depressing empty room on Friday night. Grand Prix: Richmond was the exact opposite. Players who compared the recent Grand Prix in Richmond and Vegas to a Magic version of Woodstock are definitely conveying the situation realistically. The hall […]

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Mike Lanigan recaps his experience at Grand Prix Detroit playing Grixis Delver in the ever-diverse Modern metagame.

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Ryan has compiled the definitive GP Toronto City guide that any player making the trip this weekend should be sure to check out.

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Mike brings us the tale of his Grand Prix experience in Columbus, where he piloted the same deck that landed three players in the Top Eight. Read on to hear the yarn and see the newest Modern tech.

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