Scrub Report
The Scrub Report—Ambition
October 25, 2013
6 min to read
I distinctly remember a few articles talking about how Voyage’s End is first-pick worthy. I also remember ignoring them.
From the Sideboard
Hot Theros Toga Party
September 27, 2013
4 min to read
God DAMN, would you look at these sexy, stripped men.
The Wealth of Binders
How Strong Is Your Devotion?
September 13, 2013
10 min to read
Devotion is the most important mechanic in Theros. Here are some speculative trades that will become devotion-activating format staples.
From the Sideboard
Werb’s First Grand Prix
September 3, 2013
9 min to read
Guest Hipster Sam Werbalowsky tells the story of his first-ever GP, a couple of weekends ago in Oakland.
The Wealth of Binders
And Finally, Value Trading!
August 28, 2013
8 min to read
When you value trade, do not just grab a binder, look through it, and start picking cards willy-nilly. Before you go to a store, have a plan.
The Wealth of Binders
Safeguarding Your Stash
August 21, 2013
11 min to read
Safeguard Trading is a pretty simple concept used by every investor, from people with 401(k)s to multi-billion-dollar hedge funds
The Wealth of Binders
Enchantment Butterfly Effect
August 14, 2013
7 min to read
In the debut of this new Magic economics and financial column, Josh Kaufman breaks down just what speculative trading really means.
From the Sideboard
Crack, Fetch 10,000 Cards, Take Maybe 50
August 8, 2013
8 min to read
Among the four 27-liter Sterilite containers in the upstairs guest room closet, I’m looking for the one marked “SEAN—MAGIC.”
From the Sideboard
M14’s Sexy Shirtless Guys Card Quest
July 17, 2013
4 min to read
Strap in for some almost-naked angels and conservatively dressed men. Also only the dead get fat.
Hope Eternal
Art Is Dead
July 4, 2013
13 min to read
Innovation is one of the most admired traits within the game of Magic. Whether the creation of a new archetype, the reworking of a known deck, or the successful use of a card that was overlooked by the community, there is something special about going against the grain and finding success.
From the Sideboard
GP Vegas: Scoop Phase
June 26, 2013
9 min to read
Nicholas Forker guests for Hipsters of the Coast on his trippy experience at Grand Prix V