Magic: the Gathering Arena Gameplay – A Tribute to Esper Raffine

As the upcoming Magic: the Gathering Standard format rotation is happening, I am taking a look at a few Standard deck archetypes that have somewhat contributed well to our card pool winnings. The deck that I will highlight in today’s blog post is Esper Raffine archetype.

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How Playtesting can Improve your Magic the Gathering Skills

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.

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Top Sideboard Cards for a Typical Control Deck in Pioneer

In the ever-evolving landscape of Magic: the Gathering Pioneer, constructing an effective sideboard for a control deck is a pivotal aspect of competitive deck-building. A well-prepared sideboard can transform a control deck from a versatile main deck configuration into a finely tuned machine capable of handling a diverse array of threats from the top-tier metagame decks.

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Ten Ways to Check the Magic: the Gathering Metagame

My usual routine when checking on the latest Magic: the Gathering deck builds and updates for Standard and Pioneer format is to check on the website MTGTop8.com and look for the recent tournament results uploads. I’ve also checked on MTG Melee during the weekend where some live coverage of the tournament is posted.

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The Best Holiday Gifts for New Magic: the Gathering Players

Selecting the perfect holiday gift for a new Magic: The Gathering player can be as enchanting as opening a booster pack filled with rare cards. Whether they’re just dipping their toes into the world of planeswalkers or already navigating the intricate strategies of the game, there’s a plethora of thoughtful gifts to elevate their Magic experience.

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