In Magic: The Gathering, you cannot sacrifice a creature at any time based on your own desire. The act of sacrificing a creature is only allowed under specific conditions: when a spell or ability instructs you to do so, or as part of the cost to activate an ability. This means that the ability to […]
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MTG Color Combinations Explained: What Are MTG’s Color Pairs?
Are you trying to distinguish your Gruul from your Grixis? Let us assist with this guide to the names of MTG’s color combinations. Magic: The Gathering The five mana colors of Magic The Gathering can be combined into various MTG color combinations. There are dozens of possible MTG color combos, each with unique playstyle and […]
The Power of Mono-White in Commander
Over the years, Mono-White has often been dismissed as “just a support color” or deemed insufficiently robust to stand alone in Commander – a format dominated by Green, Blue, and Black, with their game-breaking card advantages. However, recent Magic releases have enhanced Mono-White decks with valuable tools. We’ll explore Mono-White’s core competencies in Commander, how […]
Five Common Mistakes in Commander Format – MTG Tips
Commander is arguably the most popular way to play Magic at the moment. No matter the type of game you’re seeking, there are common mistakes many players make. In this article, I share five errors you might be making in Commander and how to rectify them for a better experience. 1. Not Attacking A significant […]
Are Artifacts and Enchantments Considered Spells in MTG?
In Magic: The Gathering (MTG), understanding the classification of enchantments and artifacts as spells can be pivotal for gameplay strategy, particularly when considering the use of counter spells like “Cancel.” According to the official MTG rules, a “spell” refers to any card on the stack, which is the transitional phase from being a card in […]
Lifelink MTG Mechanic Explained
Lifelink is a keyword ability in “Magic: The Gathering” (MTG) that allows a player to gain life equal to the damage their creatures deal. For instance, if a creature with lifelink deals three damage, its controller gains three life. The creature or spell with lifelink can use this ability to deal damage of any kind; […]