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Hippo Good? Hippo Good. Keruga Fires Pioneer RCQ-Winning Tournament Report

Cody DeBos

2 days ago

Pioneer

Hippo Good? Hippo Good. Keruga Fires Pioneer RCQ-Winning Tournament Report

Keruga Fires is making waves in Pioneer. I just won an RCQ with it. Here's why you should check out this super fun deck.

The Bolt Zone Episode 4: You Need To Learn Your Pioneer Deck + LotR Spoilers First Look

Cody DeBos

5 days ago

The Bolt Zone Episode 4: You Need To Learn Your Pioneer Deck + LotR Spoilers First Look

With round three Regional Championships right around the corner, the boys are taking a final look at the Pioneer meta. And since this...

May 29

Commander

EDH101: An Introduction to Removal in Commander

Are you looking for some removal for your next Commander deck? You're in the right place. Here are some of the format's best removal spells.

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[Standard] Esper Legends Deck Tech (with Sideboard Guide): I Need a Hero

Ben Tudman

Mar 10

Standard

[Standard] Esper Legends Deck Tech (with Sideboard Guide): I Need a Hero

Want to beat Grixis Midrange in Standard? Esper Legends has your back. Come learn how to play this deck and enjoy the free sideboard guide!

How to Build a Competitive MTG Deck Part Three: Midrange

Mar 1

Standard

How to Build a Competitive MTG Deck Part Three: Midrange

Ever wondered how to build a competitive midrange deck for MTG? This is your guidebook. Check out how Grixis Midrange is a perfect example.

Jan 27

Standard

The Top 10 Standard Cards From Phyrexia: All Will Be One

Phyrexia: All Will Be One is almost here. It's time to look at the 10 best cards that will see Standard play from Magic's latest set.

Standard

May 24

Modern

Modern Metagame: MTGO Challenge Champions 5/19-5/21

New cards starting to make an impact in Modern, but classic decks are still winning. See how new Nissa and Invasion of Tarkir made a splash.

May 16

Modern

Modern Metagame: MTGO Challenge Champions 5/12-5/14

These decks topped this week's Modern challenges. We look at weekly trends plus interesting lists you may want to try in your next tourney.

May 3

Modern

Modern Metagame: MTGO Challenge Champions 4/28-4/30

The big three of Murktide, Rhinos, and Creativity are still at the top. But some outsiders (like Slivers) joined the fray this week.

Modern

May 29

Commander

EDH101: An Introduction to Removal in Commander

Are you looking for some removal for your next Commander deck? You're in the right place. Here are some of the format's best removal spells.

May 9

Commander

March of the Machine: The Aftermath Commanders I Can't Wait to Try

Looking for a new commander? March of the Machine: The Aftermath has plenty of spicy choices. Here are a few of our favorite new commanders.

The Most Expensive Basic Lands in MTG: A Deep Dive!

Apr 17

Commander

The Most Expensive Basic Lands in MTG: A Deep Dive!

Basic lands selling for $2,000? Yep! We recap the most expensive basic lands in MTG, why they are so pricey, and where you can get them.

Commander

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