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Wargamer 1d ago

Strategic Drops: Unpacking MTG Arena's Digital Resource Stream

The persistent presence of MTG Arena codes isn't merely a perk; it's a sophisticated lever in Wizards of the Coast's digital economy, shaping player engagement

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Star City Games 2d ago

Neon Genesis TCG: Shattering Records, Forging New Paths

Neon Genesis: DataStream Protocol TCG has become the most-funded tabletop game on Kickstarter, signaling a massive shift in the TCG landscape. This deep dive ex

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Star City Games 4d ago

Riftbound's Competitive Shake-Up: Bans Target Core Meta Threats

ChronoForge Studios has announced the first competitive ban list for Riftbound, removing four potent cards and three problematic battlefields. This move aims to

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Star City Games 5d ago

Sorcery's Cornerstone: Forging a Competitive Path

Sorcery: Contested Realm, the hand-painted TCG phenomenon, is stepping into structured competitive play with its new Cornerstone Championships. This initiative,

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MTGGoldfish 5d ago

Strixhaven Charms: Modal Marvels or Market Mayhem?

Early *Secrets of Strixhaven* spoilers hint at powerful uncommon Charms, sparking debate on their impact. We delve into their mechanics, lore, and potential to

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Star City Games 5d ago

PSA's Marvel MTG Promo: Exclusivity's Crunch on Universes Beyond

A Marvel-themed Magic: The Gathering promo, exclusive to PSA Collectors Club members, raises questions for the TCG economy. The Crit Sheet dissects the implicat

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Wargamer 6d ago

Strixhaven "Clunkers": Unpacking Magic's Design Intent

The first wave of Magic: The Gathering's Secrets of Strixhaven spoilers has landed, unveiling some cards that have been quickly dubbed "unplayable" by the commu

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MTGGoldfish 6d ago

The $400 Gamble: Unearthing Value in a MTG Collection

A recent MTGGoldfish article detailed a collector's incredible find, turning a modest investment into significant profit. This isn't just a tale of luck; it's a

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The Kind GM Mar 27

Elemental Grace vs. Corporate Greed: A Tale of Two Magics

This month, Wizards of the Coast delivers a tale of two Magics. We're dissecting the promising 'Dance of the Elements' Commander deck and the ever-contentious '

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Star City Games Mar 27

Strixhaven's Strategic Reveal: Decoding Magic's Preview Playbook

Wizards of the Coast has unveiled the full preview schedule for Magic: The Gathering's upcoming set, Secrets of Strixhaven. This intricate rollout offers a glim

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Star City Games Mar 20

Secret Lair's Latest: Deadpool, Dandân, & the Meta's Wild Ride

Wizards of the Coast has unveiled bonus cards for upcoming Secret Lair drops, featuring a new Deadpool iteration and a reprint of the enigmatic Dandân. These re

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Wargamer Mar 19

Premodern's Glory: Resurrecting MTG's Forgotten Golden Age

A 2002 Magic: The Gathering card, Glory, has seen a staggering 400% price increase, fueled by the rising popularity of the Premodern format on MTGO. This phenom

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Card Kingdom Blog Mar 18

Strixhaven's Early Lessons: Unpacking the 'Secrets' of Pre-Release Shipping

Wizards of the Coast's "Secrets of Strixhaven" is arriving with a staggered shipping schedule, impacting how players acquire sealed products versus individual c

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MTGGoldfish Mar 15

The Eclectic Hoard: Unpacking a Collector's Time Capsule

A recent discovery of a truly bizarre collection featuring early Magic: The Gathering staples, Pokémon cards, and minor league baseball cards offers a unique lo

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Star City Games Mar 13

Riftbound Unleashed: Shattering the Meta's Chains

The full preview schedule for Riftbound's third set, Unleashed, has dropped, signaling a seismic shift in Aerthos's meta. We dive deep into the potential mechan

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Card Kingdom Blog Mar 13

The One-Drop Conundrum: Commander's Foundational Friction

The latest analysis, like that from Card Kingdom, highlights the strategic imperative of efficient one-mana plays in Magic: The Gathering's Commander format. Th

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Wargamer Mar 13

Pokémon Perfect Order: The Case for Curated TCG Sets

Early reports on Pokémon Perfect Order suggest a smaller, more focused set with excellent pull rates for desirable cards. This approach could redefine the playe

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Card Kingdom Blog Mar 11

Secrets of Strixhaven: The Archive's Return and Its Table Impact

Wizards of the Coast has announced the return of the Mystical Archive in the upcoming Secrets of Strixhaven set, with 'Stock Up' as the first preview. This bonu

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