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October ’24 Metagame Update: Energetic Evolution
The Modern RCQ season is ending, and its conclusions conflict with the online results. Boros Energy is defining the metagame, but it might not for much longer.
Counterpoint: Why I Still Play Magic
Sig isn’t sure he could ever leave Magic altogether, even though he does respect those who do. This week he shares five reasons why he remains engaged.
Oil Leak: The Riskiest Card in Phyrexia: All Will Be One
There’s been a leak of rares from Phyrexia: All Will Be One. One of those rares looks to completely rewrite the rules of Modern, as David E. explains.
Inkworks and Autographs: Thinking Outside the Box
This week Sig explores trading cards from the defunct publisher Inkworks. What still gives these non-game trading cards value, and how do they relate to Magic?
An Enchanting Tune: Modern Song of Creation
There’s a new combo deck in Modern. David E. thinks it’s good enough to carve out a niche for itself, presenting solid opportunities for tournament spikers.
Because it Doesn’t Win: A Response to Ross Meriam
Ross Meriam thinks Indomitable Creativity is underrated. David disagrees, asking whether Modern “Tinker” decks can only find success by crossing over to ramp?
Unmuddle Modern with Pillar Thinking
Jordan applies pillar thinking to Modern, identifying five distinct macro-archetypes to carve out a holistic picture of the format.
Modern’s Health: Metagame Musings
How do you measure the health of a metagame? Is the Modern metagame healthy right now? David attempts to unpack these questions, and what their answers mean.
Winning the Damaged Lottery
This week Sig discusses taking chances on buying damaged “Four Horsemen” cards, and the rare gems you sometimes discover.
MH2 Overview, Pt. 1: Home Cooking
The bars are opening, and with them, certain among the FNM registry’s many stinky basements. In other words, it’s officially Christmas. And if you don’t celebrate Christmas, well, it’s time to start: Modern Horizons 2 is fully spoiled as of yesterday! On that note, I’m thrilled to welcome you, fellow Modern fanatic, to the first […]
All I Want for New Year’s: 2021 Wishlist
Whew! What a year it’s been. All signs point to 2021 being better than 2020, but how much better? Like, what if we wanted to totally decimate 2020 out of spite? (Big “what if…”) I’ve got a few ideas cooking that would make year a memorable one for me. And after sharing them, I’d love […]
