No matter what format you’re playing or what deck you brought to the table, one thing rarely changes in Magic: The Gathering — the turns. Knowing the end steps from your upkeeps, when to clean up or when to untap, and how to go to combat is essential from your first game. And yet, it’s […]
Magic: The Gathering cards come in many forms ranging from devastating sorcery spells to helpful artifacts. By and large, the most common and widely played cards in Magic are creatures. Capable of attacking and blocking, many creatures primarily act in combat and are often a deck’s primary source of dealing damage. Over eleven thousand unique […]
The “Stax” deck is the most controversial deck type in “Magic: The Gathering”. By announcing your intention to play a Stax deck at a table, you can trigger both excitement and whimpering in equal measure from other players. However, playing with or against a Stax deck can transform Magic into a delicate puzzle that needs […]
The fundamental gameplay element in Magic: The Gathering (MTG) is the Equip mechanic. It is introduced in the Mirrodin block. To enhance their creatures’ abilities or stats, it allows players to attach equipment artifacts to their creatures. Unlike other card types, equipment remains on the battlefield and can be reassigned to different creatures using its […]
Magic: The Gathering Arena (MTGA) is the digital adaptation of the much-beloved tabletop trading card game Magic: The Gathering. Since its inception, MTGA has allowed players to collect cards, build decks, and compete against each other in various formats from the comfort of their digital devices. The game replicates the complexity and depth of the […]
Whether you’re a seasoned planeswalker or new to the multiverse, understanding MTG formats is your first step toward mastering this game. From the rapid rotations of Standard to the battles of Legacy and Vintage, each format beckons in different ways. Today, we will cover all of the major formats in Magic: the Gathering. Constructed Formats […]
Enchantments are cards that have a lasting effect on the game once they are played. They can influence the battlefield by providing ongoing benefits or detriments, modifying rules of play, or even transforming the game’s environment. Unlike other card types that might have a one-time effect or be used for direct combat, enchantments persist on […]
Are you ready to don your royal robes and ascend to the throne in your next Magic: The Gathering multiplayer clash? If the allure of power, strategy, and a hint of danger excites you, then the Monarch mechanic is your ticket to ruling the game. Unlike typical abilities or keywords, Monarch is a designation a […]
Ever wondered what makes Magic: The Gathering tick? It’s not just the spell-slinging or the creature combat; the clever mechanics keep the game fresh and exciting. And if there’s one mechanic that’s a real game-changer, it’s proliferate. Imagine having the power to spread counters around like wildfire, boosting your creatures, amping up your planeswalkers, and […]
In MTG, the Defender ability is a unique trait assigned to certain creatures. Simply put, creatures with this ability are unable to attack. Initially, this might sound like a drawback. Why have a creature that can’t attack? However, the genius of MTG’s design lies in the balance and depth of its gameplay. Defenders typically possess […]
In Magic: The Gathering, characters often ascend to powers they once thought unimaginable. But sometimes, that change is so significant that it fundamentally transforms them into a new being. Whether it’s a spark igniting to become a Planeswalker, a completion into a Phyrexian, or a twist by the Eldrazi, such major transformations call for a […]
Each deck introduces several never-before-seen Commander cards to Magic: The Gathering. All reprints within these decks feature new artwork tailored to the Outlaws of Thunder Junction theme. Set Information: Magic: The Gathering Chronology: Outlaws of Thunder Junction follows the Fallout Commander Decks in the series. Deck Contents Every package includes: Deck Descriptions Tokens, Emblems, and […]