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Allow me to give away all of the secrets! (Sorry Kano players)

by: Andrew Henderson

6 months ago

Don't let the final price tags of competitive decklists scare you off! We'll show you how to start out with Rhinar, and a path forward once you're ready to commit more to him.

by: Clay DeAngelis

1 year ago

In Blitz, Kano is a force to be reckoned with. But learning the ways of the Wizard is a formidable task.

by: Daniel Bellotti

1 year ago

The halls of Volcor are home to many peculiar things - but today, it's a member of his staff we shine a light on.

by: Mark Chamberlain

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

Of the many ways to cheat at trading card games, none are as powerful as stacking the deck- only in FAB, it's not cheating! Learn to pitch stack with this guide.

by: Frank Boothroyd

1 year ago

Since the fall of Belittle, many Fai decks have had to return to the shop and rethink their values. Joshua Kehe offers guidance on the many paths that lay before you.

by: Joshua Kehe

1 year ago

In the third chapter of The Numbers Game, we examine value through the lens of narrow fatigue and board presence strategies.

Learn the basics of Bravo and the Guardian class, from Crush and Dominate to Auras and Equipment.

by: Alex Truell

2 years ago

Since Uprising elevated her status, Iyslander has reshaped the meta around her icy presence. While top tier builds require steep investments, it's entirely feasible to get results from a budget build, and to build up from there. Rhea takes you every step of the way.

by: Rhea Adams & Will Reinhardt

2 years ago

Steven Young goes down the rabbit hole with a Brainstorm deck that might crown Kano as the meme king of Flesh and Blood.

by: Steven Young

2 years ago

Clay explains the theory behind Michael Hamilton's Worlds-winning deck and shows you how to put it to use in your own play

by: Mark Chamberlain & Clay DeAngelis

2 years ago

In a surprising turn of events, Michael Hamilton rode a Wounded Bull to victory at the US Nationals. Go in depth with the strategy and matchups of this unexpected Iyslander deck.

Rhea Adams sets out on an icy path from the Bleak Expanse to Nationals, seeing strong prospects for the Elemental Wizard.

by: Mark Chamberlain & Rhea Adams

2 years ago

While Kano has always commanded respect in the Blitz format, he's remained an unconventional choice for Classic Constructed. But Everfest has given Kano the tools to change that narrative.

by: Steven Young & Mark Chamberlain

2 years ago

The card pool for Illusionist is still pretty shallow; but while we wait for more Illusionist support, let's have a little fun!

by: Alex Truell

2 years ago

Everfest has put Items in the spotlight like never before. Take a closer look at how they work, and who they work for.

by: Mark Chamberlain & Drew Cordell

2 years ago

Stuck for ideas? Are there too many appealing options? Ever the diplomat, Shiyana has a tantalizing proposition for you: Play all of them.

by: Mark Chamberlain & Kiki Labad

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.

Take your Wizard game to the next level with this sophomore-level course in Kano.

by: Steven Young

3 years ago

In this 3-part series, Hayden Dale explores a side of Flesh and Blood Classic Constructed strategy that has been fairly untouched: aggressive decks. Today we wander into Katsu.

by: Hayden Dale

3 years ago

Leave behind the strength of might and muscle. Embrace the strength of will and knowledge.

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

Part three of Hayden's Azalea experiment expands the classes she's been tested against and includes a host of fringe card choices to see her across the line, bringing with her a rain of arrows.

by: Hayden Dale

3 years ago