From pen‑and‑paper stand‑ins to the first “proxies” When people first started talking about “proxies” in Magic: The Gathering, they meant the simplest thing imaginable: a basic land with a card name scribbled across it. Early playtesters did it to try new ideas without buying every rare, and kitchen‑table groups copied that habit because it worked. […]
Proxies are one of those topics that can turn a friendly table into a debate club in under a minute. Some people hear “proxy” and immediately picture bootlegs and scams. Others think “sharpied basic land for testing a deck before Friday.” If you’re new and you’ve been told proxies are always illegal, always unethical, or […]
Why this set matters for proxy players MTG’s Universes Beyond crossovers have been hit-makers, but Avatar: The Last Airbender is different. It’s a fandom with clear identities—four nations, distinct combat styles, and characters people actually want to build around. Wizards has confirmed tabletop release on November 21, 2025, with a debut stream on October 28, […]
Magic: The Gathering’s 2024 lineup was full of twists. Some releases were a joy, others fell short, and a few had folks shaking their heads. Here’s my rundown of each major set that arrived in booster form, counted down from worst to best. An Unpredictable Year This year saw surprises, a bit of chaos, and […]
In Magic, some crossovers stand out more than others. The Marvel Secret Lair drops in Magic: The Gathering (MTG) are a big deal because they bring together two giants: Marvel Comics and the lore-heavy MTG universe. This collaboration celebrates decades of storytelling and game design, and I believe it’s a sign of how pop culture […]
Magic: The Gathering has a huge following, and with that popularity comes high prices for certain cards. Maybe you’re just looking to spice up your Commander deck without spending a fortune, or you’re worried about damaging your expensive originals. Proxies can help. They’re unofficial replicas, meant to fill in for your real cards when you’re […]
The Magic: The Gathering (MTG) card “Flayer of Loyalties” has recently experienced a dramatic surge in its market value. According to MTG Goldfish, the card has skyrocketed from $9 a week ago to $48.80 today, marking a staggering 433% increase. This sudden spike in price is largely attributed to the card’s immense power in the […]
Shadows over Innistrad and Eldritch Moon hold a special place in the hearts of Magic: The Gathering players, especially those who have ventured into the world of competitive play. When the opportunity arose to lead the design team for a combined remaster set, the excitement was palpable. With the creative minds of Lukas Litzsinger and […]
The recent events that unfolded at the home of a Magic: The Gathering YouTuber have shocked the community. The YouTuber, known as Dan “Oldschoolmtg” Cannon, found himself at the center of a controversy after obtaining a box of Magic cards before its official release. As a result, Pinkerton agents showed up at his front door, […]
Discover the top five Magic: The Gathering YouTube channels that every fan should be subscribed to. Get in-depth analysis, card reviews, and more. Find out which channels make our list! The Command Zone The Command Zone is a YouTube channel dedicated to all things Commander. Hosts Josh Lee Kwai and Jimmy Wong bring their enthusiasm […]