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A Look at Collectors’ Edition Cards

Sigmund Ausfresser — Mon, 07 Sep 2020 11:00:00 +0000

This week, Sig returns to Collectors' Edition cards, examining how these have responded to recent Reserved List buyouts. Specifically, he points out an interesting gap developing between market pricing and retailer pricing. The trend could make you a little profit.

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Ravnica Allegiance: Spoilers, Facts, Specs & More

Edward Eng — Sat, 12 Jan 2019 12:00:24 +0000

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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MTG Metagame Finance #25

Edward Eng — Tue, 25 Dec 2018 17:44:01 +0000

The holidays are in full swing and the new year is right around the corner. And as some of you may know, the stock market has been a bit shaky in the last month or so. But it seems Magic is still doing pretty well during this slightly volatile time. I think a good portion […]

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MTG Metagame Finance #24

Edward Eng — Fri, 21 Dec 2018 01:05:52 +0000

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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Mtg Arena Has Been Framed! Who Is the Real MTGO Killer?

Kyle Rusciano — Tue, 11 Dec 2018 10:00:44 +0000

Magic Online has a problem. A card value problem. In a recent Channel Fireball article, Florian Koch showed just how much card prices have fallen over the past few years: That's right. To own a playset of the cheapest version of every Magic card ever printed on MTGO would have cost you roughly $28,000 in […]

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MTG Questions: What’s an Easy Way to Sell Bulk?

Edward Eng — Fri, 07 Dec 2018 10:00:42 +0000

This is the first article from my new series, MTG Questions. You might be familiar with the Hold ‘Em & Fold ‘Em series (rebranded as MTG Metagame Finance), which takes a tournament-oriented perspective. I decided to start this series to focus on more general aspects of MTG finance. The two series will work together, as when […]

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Daily Stock Watch – Vivien Reid

Jamie Robertson San Juan — Tue, 16 Oct 2018 05:18:51 +0000

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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Unlocked: MTG Finance on a Budget

Sigmund Ausfresser — Mon, 18 Jun 2018 15:34:28 +0000

Not everyone has the bankroll to engage in transactions with duals and Power. Today Sig considers some specific strategies for grinding value while on a budget.

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Insider: The Tide Rises Yet Again

Sigmund Ausfresser — Mon, 16 Apr 2018 09:00:28 +0000

These days every Magic investment is working, whether it's an Alpha common or a Masterpiece. Sig takes a closer look this week and shares his perspective on the trend and potential pitfalls.

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Insider: Surprising Alpha and Beta Commons & Uncommons

Sigmund Ausfresser — Mon, 30 Oct 2017 09:00:03 +0000

Some seemingly random commons and uncommons from Magic's first two sets are priced surprisingly high. Sig discusses what they are and why they're holding value.

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Insider: No Offense Taken

Sigmund Ausfresser — Mon, 05 Jun 2017 17:32:36 +0000

Years ago, Wizards of the Coast printed some arguably offensive cards. It's these cards that seem to transcend the Reserved List – WOTC would be crazy to print these cards again. Is there room to make money on such cards? Sig takes a closer look...

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Insider: Un-pimp Your Ride

Jason Alt — Tue, 05 Aug 2014 09:00:38 +0000

Jason Alt covers the ins and outs of two of Magic's rarest and most bizarre sets--Alternate Fourth Edition and Summer Magic.

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Insider: Journey Into Nyx Top 10

Mike Lanigan — Thu, 24 Apr 2014 09:00:41 +0000

Mike Lanigan reviews Journey Into Nyx with his pick for the top ten cards most likely to impact Standard.

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With Apologies to Gitaxian Probe: On Snapcaster, Cantrips and Brainstorm

Ryan Overturf — Wed, 04 Jul 2012 05:05:21 +0000

Ryan analyzes the use and abuse of Snapcaster Mage's modes, discussing some of the most often made mistakes one can make when playing such a powerful card.

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The Top Five (Plus Two) Preconstructed Decks of Innistrad Block

Jay Kirkman — Mon, 25 Jun 2012 05:05:33 +0000

With Innistrad Block now firmly in our rear-view mirror, it's time to look back and pick the best of the best of its crop of precon decks!

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