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Elijah Wood and Sean Astin indulge a dark urge while playing Baldur’s Gate 3 together
The article discusses a promotional video featuring actors Elijah Wood and Sean Astin playing the video game Baldur's Gate 3 with Larian Studios CEO Swen Vincke. The video was published on the studio's YouTube channel on Christmas Eve and showcases Wood and Astin...
Top-tier deck sees Phyrexian MTG card spike 100%
The MTG card Gix, Yawgmoth Praetor has experienced a significant price increase of over 100% in the past month, rising from $5 to $10.70. This black legendary Phyrexian card has an ability that allows players to draw cards each time their creatures make contact with...
MTG’s Next Set Could Make These Staples Dirt Cheap!
Ravnica Remastered is set to be released soon, but the reprint value of the set may not be the best for financial value in sealed product. However, the set does include some strong cards, such as Shock Lands, which are highly sought after for their playability in...
Artist lawsuit alleges Midjourney scraped copyrighted Magic: The Gathering art to train AI
The ongoing lawsuit against Midjourney, Stability AI, and DeviantArt has added new evidence in the form of a list of over 4,700 artist names that were allegedly used to train Midjourney's AI-powered image generation tool. The lawsuit, brought by independent artists...
Wizards’ MTG Secret Lair change is great news… for scalpers
Wizards of the Coast has announced a change in the model for MTG Secret Lairs, moving from a print-to-demand model to a limited print run. The company claims that this change will expedite shipping and allow Secret Lairs to reach buyers more quickly. However, this...
MTG Turn 4 God Combo Deck Obliterates Competition in 350+ Player Event!
The release of The Lost Caverns of Ixalan has had a significant impact on the Pioneer metagame, introducing powerful new cards and combo decks. One such deck, Gruul Scapeshift, has emerged as a top contender, utilizing The World Tree to win the game. The deck's...
Popular MTG Mechanics That Many Players Want to Return!
Magic the Gathering is a game with many mechanics, some of which are frequently used and others that are specific to certain planes and have been utilized relatively infrequently. MTG head designer Mark Rosewater’s “Storm Scale” rates the likelihood of mechanics...
MTG Secret Lair Sacrifices Availability for Faster Shipping
Wizards of the Coast has announced significant changes to the Secret Lair product line for Magic: the Gathering in response to ongoing shipping issues. The company plans to shift from a print-to-demand model to a limited-print-run model in order to expedite shipping...
DnD Monk subclasses 5e ranked from worst to best
The article discusses the best DnD Monk subclasses, providing a ranking of the top 10 options. It highlights the strengths and weaknesses of each subclass, offering insights into their gameplay and abilities. The article emphasizes the importance of choosing a...
The world’s most valuable Pokémon card, Pikachu Illustrator, sells for $580,000
The Pikachu Illustrator Pokémon TCG card is one of the rarest and most valuable cards in existence, with the latest copy selling for over half a million dollars. Originally distributed as a prize for contests hosted by a Japanese manga magazine, only 41 copies are...
Another set of Pokémon TCG Trophy Pikachu cards sells at auction for nearly $800,000
Three rare Trophy Pikachu cards from the early days of the Pokémon Trading Card Game recently sold at auction for a record-breaking $794,220. These cards were originally awarded to the top three finishers at one of the first national tournaments for the Pokémon TCG in...
New MTG Mentor Deck Surprisingly Dominates Event!
The article discusses the lack of innovation in the Standard format since the release of The Lost Caverns of Ixalan, with decks like five-color ramp and Esper midrange continuing to perform well. However, a unique deck called Esper Mentor has recently emerged,...
MTG Head Designer Hints at Possible Pioneer Horizons Set!
The article discusses the controversial nature of the Pioneer format in Magic: The Gathering. It highlights the dominance of Rakdos Midrange and Mono-Green Devotion decks, as well as the complaints about the play/draw dynamic and the emergence of Boros Convoke. The...
Final MTG Price Spikes of 2023 Hit Standard Cards!
The Magic secondary market has become calmer as the year progressed, with some cards seeing price changes due to new interactions being discovered. Many relevant cards have been reprinted, making Magic cards cheaper, but also increasing the desirability of cards that...
The Best MTG Sets of 2023
2023 was a busy year for MTG players, with 11 sets, Secret Lairs, and numerous announcements. Despite some controversies and lackluster reprints, the year has been fantastic overall. The best MTG sets of 2023 are ranked, with Phyrexia: All Will Be One, Wilds of...
MTG Silver Bullets to Screw Over Blue in Commander!
The article discusses strategies for countering blue spells in Magic: The Gathering Commander format. It highlights several cards that can be used to counter blue spells and make life difficult for opponents who rely on blue. MTG Seedtime is mentioned as a card that...
Nostalgic MTG Arena Inclusion Was an Unexpected Flop!
MTG Arena saw significant changes in 2023, particularly with the introduction of Khans of Tarkir. The addition of Fetch Lands and the Timeless format had a major impact on the game. While Timeless was well-received, Khans of Tarkir's Premier Draft format was found to...
The Worst MTG Sets of 2023
In 2023, Wizards of the Coast released a large number of MTG sets, some of which were not well-received. The article discusses the worst sets of the year, starting with an honorable mention of Explorer Anthology 3, which disappointed players with its lackluster...
2023-24 Donruss Elite Basketball Checklist, Set Info, Boxes, Date
The 2023-24 Donruss Elite Basketball product offers a variety of features, including two autographs per Hobby box. However, there are some changes from the previous edition, with the number of packs per box decreasing from 20 to 6. The base set includes veteran stars...
The Best Out-of-Box MTG Commander Precon Decks!
The article discusses the appeal of preconstructed Commander decks in Magic: the Gathering, highlighting the convenience and cost-effectiveness of these decks. It also addresses the trade-off of these decks not being the strongest or most unique, and the potential...
Four New Two-Card MTG Death Combos With Cards from 2023!
The article discusses the use of infinite combos in Commander decks as a consistent and affordable way to achieve a win condition. It acknowledges that while some players may frown upon the use of infinite combos, they are a common occurrence in Commander games and...
Ranking every Magic: The Gathering set of 2023
In 2023, Magic: The Gathering released several new sets with diverse themes and mechanics. However, not all sets were well-received. March of the Machine Aftermath was criticized for its small size and lack of plot, as well as the introduction of expensive booster...
The best DnD books of 2023, ranked
The article discusses the best Dungeons and Dragons books of 2023, providing reviews and rankings for each title. The author has reviewed every mainline DnD book released in 2023 and offers opinions to help readers choose the right title for their table. The top five...
Magic: The Gathering’s 2023 showed the card game mixing sweet sets with sour business
The year 2023 has been a busy one for Magic: The Gathering, with nine physical sets and one digital set released. The set designs were impressive, with Dominaria Remastered kicking off the year well. The first story set, Phyrexia: All Will Be One, was a good time for...
The Most Confusing Cards in MTG
Magic: The Gathering (MTG) is known for its complexity, which offers infinite replayability but can be confusing for new players. A recent Reddit poll asked players to identify the most complex MTG card, and the results are in. The list includes Chains of...
Unleash the Potential of MTG Secret Commanders Outside the Command Zone!
A hidden commander is a card that works well with the rest of your deck but is not strictly in the command zone. Building a deck with a hidden commander has multiple benefits, including concealing your strategy and catching opponents off guard. There is some ambiguity...
MTG Vampire Sees Absurd $70 Price Spike!
Magic: the Gathering reprints in 2023 have made high-demand singles more accessible to players, with cards like The Ur-Dragon and Capture of Jingzhou dropping in price following reprints. However, some exclusive Commander 2017 cards, such as Edgar Markov, have seen...