Ban Hammer on the Horizon: Standard’s Reckoning Approaches

Magic: The Gathering’s Standard format is under scrutiny as Wizards of the Coast prepares to shift its banned and restricted announcement from November 24 to November 10. This decision comes in response to mounting concerns over format imbalance, particularly surrounding the dominance of Vivi Ornitier and Agatha’s Soul Cauldron.

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Harnessing the Herd: 3 Ways to Unlock Tribal Deck Power in Standard

In Magic: The Gathering‘s Standard format, tribal creature decks—built around creature types like Elves, Goblins, or Merfolk—can be potent forces if assessed and built strategically. Understanding their potential requires more than just checking which tribes are currently popular.

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