Drawing Live
The Road to Gallant Cavalry
July 24, 2018
5 min to read
It seems like white’s been making pairs of 2/2s forever, but in fact, it’s a recent innovation. Today, let’s dive into the surprisingly brief history of Gallant Cavalry!
Subtlety Hidden within Simplicity
July 17, 2018
6 min to read
For a supposedly simple format, there’s a lot going on in M19. Thread the needles properly and you can draft some truly excellent control decks.
The Designs of Magic 2019
July 10, 2018
9 min to read
Zach gives some quick hit analysis of Magic 2019 card designs.
The Triumphant Return of Core Sets
June 26, 2018
6 min to read
Magic 2019 is a core set with potentially the largest audience ever. Find out who it’s for, who it might not be for, and why its design is so fascinating!
Stealing Life for Fun and Profit in Magic 2019
June 19, 2018
10 min to read
Zach has FOUR Magic 2019 previews this week, all showcasing off what white/black is about: abusing lifegain!
Winds of Change
June 12, 2018
6 min to read
Zach reviews the past year of Magic. What’s working? What’s been lackluster? How good or bad has it been? And most importantly, what does it suggest about the future?
Mono-Red Jund
June 5, 2018
8 min to read
Despite being public enemy number one, Goblin Chainwhirler has taken PT Dominaria and Standard by storm. Why is Red so good and why has it been so good for so long?
The Challenges of Ravnican Design
May 22, 2018
6 min to read
We’re returning to Ravnica! This is very cool news, yet it highlights an important design challenge: how does Magic return to its worlds? And what unique to Ravnica makes it harder to revisit?
The Secrets of Excellent Design
May 15, 2018
8 min to read
Dominaria is one for the ages, a design masterpiece. What about its design makes it so good relative to everything else? Find out here!
The Triumphant Return of Blocking
May 8, 2018
7 min to read
Blocking is back and better than it’s been in a long time! How does a Limited format change when you can profitably block, and why is this so? Find out here!
Top 24 at GP Columbus
May 1, 2018
11 min to read
Zach reports from Grand Prix Columbus, where his team finished in the top 24!