On my usual routine back when I was still into competitive Magic: the Gathering mode or setup, I tried to maximize our time with my card pool mates to schedule our playtesting sessions while also discussing card and deck strategies in between. Each player gave their schedule for the weekdays and we tried to come up with a time slot that was agreeable for all. We knew that playtesting is very important and not only having to discuss the gameplay on FB chat.
Continue readingAuthor Archives: Mark Ian Alloso
Standard MKM Deck Tech: Naya Quintorius
When the latest version of the Quintorius in his planeswalker form was released in the Lost Caverns of Ixalan set, I got pretty excited about the deck strategy that will come out of it for the Standard format. With new components going with the deck list, I expected it to be a new deck candidate for the top-tier category.
Continue readingThe Ten Essential Card Components of a Magic: the Gathering Control Deck
Magic: the Gathering Control Decks are renowned for their ability to dictate the flow of a game, proving the term “control” to employ a meticulously crafted array of spells to counter, remove, and outlast opponents. In this exploration, we uncover the ten essential components that define the backbone of a formidable control strategy. From potent counterspells to game-changing planeswalkers and life-sustaining elements, each piece plays a vital role in weaving the fabric of control.
Continue readingMagic: the Gathering Pauper Deck Tech – Rakdos Goblins Combo
Today’s Magic: the Gathering blog post features an interesting deck tech under the Pauper or All Commons format. The deck goes initially with a tribal creature approach but goes kaboom later on with the infinite mana combo. A combo deck in Pauper? Yes, definitely.
Continue readingBuying Magic: the Gathering Booster Packs from FB Live Sell is Beneficial
It is always my way of supporting Magic: the Gathering Local Game Stores from Manila by buying booster packs during the Facebook Live Selling. It is their way to gain more customers and at the same time promote new release sets which are not only for MTG but for other trading card games.
Continue readingSome of the Best Enchantment Auras in Magic: the Gathering History
Enchantment Auras have been a part of the best gameplay in Magic: the Gathering TCG and Wizards of the Coast have made some powerful versions and cards with effects that can win on their own, and some are oppressive enough to protect your creatures from removal.
Continue reading