The Dimir Excruciator Makes a Comeback in Pro Tour Lorwyn Eclipsed

Dimir Doomsday Excruciator emerged as one of the more cerebral strategies at Pro Tour Lorwyn Eclipsed, showcasing a control deck that wins through inevitability rather than speed. Built on disruption and recursion, the deck rewards precise play and deep format knowledge, making it a strong metagame call against both aggressive and midrange-heavy fields.

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Decklists Done Right: How to Avoid Penalties and Play Like a Pro

From a judge’s perspective, a well-written and properly prepared decklist in Magic: The Gathering is more than just a formality—it’s a vital part of tournament integrity and player organization. A clear and accurate list ensures fair play, prevents confusion, and helps avoid unnecessary penalties or disputes during events.

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Unlocking Infinite Power: Simic Omniscience in Standard

Standard has seen its fair share of powerful combo decks, but few feel as game-breaking as casting spells for free. Simic Omniscience takes this concept to the extreme, using ramp, draw, and protection to set up one of the most explosive finishers in the format.

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Orzhov Tempo in Standard: Small Creatures, Big Results

The Magic: the Gathering Orzhov Aggro has emerged as one of the most compelling archetypes in the current Standard metagame, and it snagged a strong #2 finish in a recent MTGO League event. Let us discuss further how this deck build can become a good choice in the current Standard full of Vivi and Mono-Red decks.

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Interesting PT Aetherdrift Standard Deck: Esper Paragon

A total of 349 Standard decklists were submitted for the Magic: the Gathering Pro Tour Aetherdrift event this weekend, but a few truly stand out. The most exciting ones feature creative card synergies, introduce a fresh archetype, or pull off an unexpected strategy that catches everyone by surprise.

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Throwback Magic: The Gathering Deck – Mono Blue Flyers

The Mono Blue Flyers deck is a classic archetype in Magic: The Gathering (MTG) that leverages the power of evasive creatures—specifically those with flying—combined with blue’s signature control elements. This throwback deck harkens to a time when simplicity in strategy and synergy in card design made for both effective and enjoyable gameplay.

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