Drawing Live
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!
Eldritch Party Favors
August 18, 2015
6 min to read
The first crop of Battle for Zendikar spoilers is out, and on Zach’s birthday no less! It’s time to gush and speculate about an unknown Limited format.
Magical Character
August 11, 2015
5 min to read
Games are not just for fun, they can be a means of self-expression. They let us relax and reveal ourselves. Here’re a few stories of just that.
Higher Level Card Evaluation
August 4, 2015
5 min to read
Why are pros good at Magic? What’s something they know that we don’t? They look for treasure where we see only trash. It’s time to reconsider eating your B.R.E.A.D., friends!
Design Flaws in Origins
July 28, 2015
6 min to read
Magic Origins has more mechanics than you’d expect, particularly from a core set. Perhaps that’s why so many players are getting cards wrong. Perhaps… it’s bad design.
Custom Card Challenge: Design to the Theme
July 21, 2015
11 min to read
Every wanted to try your hand at custom Magic card design? Join the group exercise and design some cards or mechanics to these themes!