MTG Basics
MTG Basics
MTG Basics: The Ultimate Guide to Attacking and Blocking
Combat is where most games of Magic: The Gathering are won or lost. On the surface, the concept seems incredibly simple: you turn your...
MTG Basics
How to Read a MTG Card: Mechanics, Keywords, and Typelines
Modern Magic: The Gathering cards contain a massive amount of information. Between the art, the numbers, the resource symbols, and paragraphs of complex rules...
MTG Basics
MTG Basics: Instants vs. Sorceries (Mastering Timing and Priority)
When you first start playing Magic: The Gathering, cards can look visually identical at a casual glance. They have the same layout, costs, and...
MTG Basics
MTG Basics: How the Stack and Priority Actually Work
Magic: The Gathering is a game of incredible strategic depth, but for a beginner, the rules can occasionally feel like a confusing wall of...
MTG Basics
The Ultimate Commander Deckbuilding Template (The Mathematical Blueprint for EDH)
Building a new Commander deck is one of the most exciting experiences in Magic: The Gathering. You find a legendary creature you love, gather...
MTG Basics
The Perfect Rule 0 Checklist: How to Define Your Commander Deck’s Power Level
f you have played a game of pickup Commander at a local game store, you have undoubtedly participated in a completely broken conversation. Four...
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What is Booster Draft? The Ultimate Guide to MTG’s Purest Test of Skill
While formats like Commander and Standard allow you to bring a pre-built deck from home, there is a completely different way to play Magic:...
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What is Standard? The Ultimate Guide to MTG’s Premier Competitive Format
While Commander reigns supreme as the king of casual multiplayer gaming, there is another format that serves as the absolute backbone of competitive Magic:...
MTG Basics
What is Commander (EDH)? The Ultimate Guide to MTG’s Most Popular Format
If you are entering the world of Magic: The Gathering today, you will hear one word repeated more than any other: Commander. Also known...
MTG Basics
Draft, Set, Play vs. Collector Booster: What is the Difference and Which Should You Buy?
Stepping into a local game store or browsing an online MTG marketplace can be an overwhelming experience for a beginner. Instead of just buying...