How to Spot Jund-Color Playables in the MTG Avatar Set

The MTG Avatar set gives Jund players a clear chance to scout for upgrades, but the trick is knowing what to look for. Jund wins by applying pressure, trading resources, and staying one step ahead. When you sift through a new release, keep those strengths at the forefront. You are not just hunting cool cards. You are hunting for cards that keep your plan tight.

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Turning Kindness into Chaos: The Illusions of Grandeur & Donate Combo Explained

In the world of Magic: The Gathering, few combos are as infamous and delightfully cruel as Illusions of Grandeur paired with Donate. It’s a strategy that flips the idea of generosity on its head — by giving your opponent something that will ultimately destroy them. Originating from classic blue control decks in the late 1990s, this combo remains one of the most iconic examples of how clever card interactions can lead to instant victory.

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MTG Avatar Standard Spotlight: Zuko, Conflicted Takes Center Stage

With the arrival of the Avatar: The Last Airbender set in Standard, deckbuilding takes on a refreshing elemental twist — blending flavorful lore with competitive synergy. The set introduces a wealth of legendary creatures, bending mechanics, and powerful sagas that encourage creative strategies across all colors.

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Dimir Control Could Be the Next Top Deck in TLA Standard

With the Magic: the Gathering Last Avatar set shaking up Standard, the Dimir Control might finally be getting its moment in the spotlight. Blue-black decks have always had the brains and tools to dominate—counterspells, removal, and late-game inevitability—but they’ve been missing just a few key pieces. The new set could change that.

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5 Smart Ways to Organize Your Magic: The Gathering Card Collection

Organizing a Magic: The Gathering (MTG) collection can feel like trying to sort through an ever-growing multiverse of spells, creatures, and artifacts. With thousands of cards spanning decades, an unorganized collection can make deck building frustrating and time-consuming.

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