Drawing Live
Overly Meta
November 17, 2015
4 min to read
Is green *really* as bad as black was in Avacyn Restored? Is the metagame unbalanced to the point that green is underdrafted? Let’s find out!
Cubic Command 2015
November 10, 2015
6 min to read
Commander 2015 isn’t just for Commander players, it contains new options for Cube creators, as well. Zach’s here with the Cube breakdown of the new Commander additions.
Making the Unfortunate Adult Choice
November 3, 2015
4 min to read
No one writes about why *not* to attend a tournament. We assume everyone is about Magic first and foremost. Well, we don’t necessarily subscribe to that, and here’s why.
Gender Representation in Zendikar
October 27, 2015
4 min to read
We did a statistical analysis of Battle for Zendikar and our findings were surprising. Why aren’t Zendikari women allowed to fight and die?
We’re Not Going Back to Kamigawa
October 20, 2015
7 min to read
It’s that time of year where folks are clamoring for a Return to Kamigawa. We’re sorry to say it, but it’s just not going to happen (now), and here’s why.
Turn Against the Hype
October 6, 2015
3 min to read
Turn Against is the brand new mythic uncommon Ray of Command we’ve all been waiting for! …right? No. Not exactly. Here’s why it’s good, but not insane.
Is Professional Magic still a Game?
September 29, 2015
7 min to read
Can Magic become a job? If so, are you still playing it? Can something be work and a game? And how can you use this to avoid burnout? It’s time for some soul-searching in this edition of Drawing Live.
Hasty Spreadsheets and Phaser
September 22, 2015
5 min to read
Zach’s been busy, but he’s had enough time to design a digital game and analyse every BfZ common in time for the Community Cup. Check out the work, and perhaps add your own!
What’s Old is New
September 15, 2015
3 min to read
As expected, Battle for Zendikar has reprints, but for the first time (in expert set history), these reprints have the same art. Why? Is this a good idea? Zach’s got the scoop.
The Planeswalkers have Landed!
September 8, 2015
8 min to read
All three Battle for Zendikar planeswalkers have been revealed! How do they match up? Are they well designed? Do their flavor and mechanics fit? Zach’s here with an in-depth look at the new Gideon, Kiora, and Ob Nixilis.
State of Planar Design 2015
August 25, 2015
5 min to read
This year’s State of Design highlighted both the strengths and flaws of Khans block. Wizards is moving away from a FEU mentality (F^$# Everything Up) and towards worlds that can sustain a Return To. Find out more inside!