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This PQ season, Riptide picked up his first LL points in almost a year. Let’s check in on Riptide and the different lists seeing success!

by: Talon Stradley

23 hours ago

When the spirit of the game and friendly competition comes up against the rules of the game and serious competition, where do you draw your grey line?

by: Sean Knowelden

3 weeks ago

It's the most iconic card in Flesh and Blood, but is it good for the game that one Legendary remains so ubiquitous?

by: Alex Truell

1 month ago

Uzuri has a reputation as a flexible hero with room for variation in her decklists. Sean advocates for the Pummel.

by: Sean Knowelden

1 month ago

Mark checks in on the community as Road to Nationals wraps up.

by: Mark Chamberlain

1 month ago

In this community submission, Guzel shares his experience as a FAB dad.

by: Guest Contributor

2 months ago

Brutes’ inconsistency is about to be a thing of the past. Mostly.

by: Kevin Brayer

3 months ago

Mark explores the potential for increasing the role of attack reactions in your decks.

by: Mark Chamberlain

5 months ago

It started as a pressure test. A simple question: What would happen if I ran 9 Salvage Shots and built a deck to support it?

by: Talon Stradley

5 months ago

Prism continues to develop, and Rogue Theory is back with an updated list and sideboarding guidance.

by: Rogue Theory

6 months ago

Uzuri is a hero I moved past quickly. But when one style of gameplay doesn't resonate, there's often room to pursue your own angle.

by: Alex Truell

7 months ago

You might think that Illusionists, with their summons and their board states, wouldn't find a clean fit in a fighting game. That's where the zoner archetype comes in.

by: Dylan Davis

8 months ago

If you're looking to dip your toe into the Ranger game, we'll give you a path to learn the basics of the class while setting yourself up for a long-term investment in the class.

by: Alex Truell

8 months ago

Even as Uzuri stands poised to put Assassin on the map, there's an undeniable appeal to Arakni. And for those who can't resist running our masked murderer, here are a few lists to get you going.

by: Justin Addington

11 months ago

Mara Faris has taken Dromai to Top 8 finishes in Charlotte. Now, she's here to make the case for a more Draconic take on the popular Illusionist.

by: Mara Faris

1 year ago

Rhinar has been waiting in the wings for his moment to shine, but did Outsiders improve his prospects?

by: Colin Bell

1 year ago

Get deep into the mathematics of this game engine with a close look at Value, Tempo, and Initiative across several games, before applying the concepts to Flesh and Blood.

by: Max Dieckmann

1 year ago

Uzuri has brought a fresh tactical option to the Assassin class, which means we're all starting from square one again. Get a jumpstart on deckbuilding and hit the ground running.

by: Kevin Brayer

1 year ago

The Fundamentals of FAB numbers and value calculation apply to all decks, but some strategies require more complex evaluation. Today we look at the skewed value swings of Combo decks.

Fai pushes the Ninja's wide combat chain toward explosive conclusions, making powerful use of a full hand.

by: Joshua Kehe

1 year ago

The Emperor might have come dead on arrival, but he’s poised to rise again in glory.

by: Daniel Bellotti

1 year ago

From an outsider's perspective, an assassin strikes quickly and with lethal precision. But what goes unseen is careful planning and biding time until the opportune moment arises.

by: Jeremy Miller

1 year ago

Has Command and Conquer, once the pinnacle of power in Flesh and Blood, lost some of its luster?

by: Davis Tower Kingsley

1 year ago

What do we find in Prism's wake? Where are Uprising's Legendaries going? And what should we expect from Dynasty, market-wise?

by: Ada Korman

1 year ago

Fai has made an explosive impact on the fresh Uprising tournament scene. Preparing for him is necessary for any competitive aspirations.

Dash boasts one of the most flexible hero powers in the game. How does the Inventor Extraordinaire respond to the developing Uprising meta?

by: Shahmir Samee

1 year ago

Combining arcane damage with icy control, Iyslander brings a dynamic playstyle to the table. Learn the basics of the Elemental Wizard, from fusions to frostbite to freeze.

by: Shahmir Samee

1 year ago

Warriors live by the sword. Bluff your opponent with reactions that climb over defenses.

by: Thomas Despain

1 year ago

The Pro Quest season may be your last chance for a while to run Chane in Classic Constructed. If you're hoping to get in on Chane's winning streak, Kevin Brayer shares his 11th place Pro Tour deck, along with some tips and tricks he learned piloting Chane to those heights.

by: Kevin Brayer

1 year ago

Card evaluation is a key skill in TCGs- one that takes center stage at a new set's release. Michael Hamilton shares his own method of card evaluation, a formula based on the value of a card in each of its possible roles.

Steven Young has been brushing away the snow to uncover the strategies of Iyslander- and has found a promising direction that's nothing like the Wizard decks we've experienced to date.

by: Steven Young & Mark Chamberlain

2 years ago

With Everfest, we begin to see the class card pools reaching critical mass. Is FaB showing any hints of power creep? How do we weigh opportunity costs? Can decks afford to silo in their strategies, or do they need to diversify to answer the meta?

by: Drew Cordell

2 years ago

Preparation is key to playing a strong match, but there are also several ways with which you can maintain an advantage against your opponent by correctly reading and adjusting to their play.

by: Isaac Jessen

2 years ago

After several months of Oldhim, Drew returns to an old favorite, redesigning Bravo for a Briar meta.

by: Mark Chamberlain & Drew Cordell

2 years ago

Frank Hung is an advocate for constructing your own deck, especially in the early stages of your FaB journey. But where do you begin?

by: Frank Hung

2 years ago

Ada takes a look at the cards most in need of a reprint and speculates on how likely they are to appear in Everfest- as well as what happens if they're not.

by: Ada Korman

2 years ago

Gaining momentum is key to winning any card game. Davis talks about three ways to use cards to gain an edge on your opponent.

Skirmish season offers a significant format transition from the standards of the last several months. Drew Cordell helps you get your feet beneath you. This article covers the specifics of the Tales of Aria Skirmish season.

by: Mark Chamberlain & Drew Cordell

2 years ago

An otherwise relatively calm month saw one major market event in the eleventh hour! The market report is a few days late, but for good reason. Read on!

by: Ada Korman

2 years ago

With another 50 games of Oldhim under his belt, Drew offers advanced insight into pitching, reverses his earlier opinions on a few cards, and critically examines fatigue.

by: Mark Chamberlain & Drew Cordell

2 years ago

Drew invites you to walk alongside him as he develops, adapts, and refines Oldhim from new release to honed contender.

by: Mark Chamberlain & Drew Cordell

2 years ago

When we sit down to the challenge of a game of FaB, we do it alone- but in every moment leading up to it, you benefit from being part of a competitive team.

by: Mark Chamberlain

2 years ago

Ada talks preorders, the potential impact of The Calling Las Vegas, and the larger world of collectible cards.

by: Ada Korman

2 years ago

Learn the basics of Prism the Light Illusionist in this introductory course into her abilities, cards and flavor. Pick a deck from her many styles of play and start your illusionist journey here!

by: Steven Young

2 years ago

While Bravo's prospects are improving, his toughest rivals- Ira and Dorinthea- will continue to have a presence in Blitz. How does Cayle McCreath, the most famous Guardian player in the world, tech for this inevitable matchup?

by: Cayle McCreath

2 years ago

A new style of Ira is turning the patient, vengeful ninja into a bloodthirsty torrent of blades and kicks! What is driving this change, and how will the meta shift around it? Read about the new developments, and the insights of a wizard player into how Kano fits into the evolving metagame.

by: Steven Young

3 years ago

While the spotlight has been resting firmly on Ira and Dorinthea during the Skirmish series, Viserai has been making a place for himself in the shadows. Kevin Brayer explains the deck that's brought the Arknight into the Top 8.

by: Kevin Brayer

3 years ago

Wesley thinks the signs are pointing to a PvE mode on the horizon. What might that look like in Flesh and Blood?

by: Wesley Lingard

3 years ago