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With our first Living Legend event behind us, it's time to talk about the second string of contenders, and what angles they'll need to shoot to make their mark in a Starvo world.

by: Kevin Brayer

4 months ago

We begin our coverage of the new Living Legend format with a survey of the landscape - and a sample of what you might see.

by: Kevin Brayer

5 months ago

Briar stepped back from Classic Constructed and ascended to the ranks of Living Legends on September 19th. Where should a Briar player's focus shift in the wake of her departure? And what of the Runeblades relying on Rosetta Thorn?

by: Kevin Brayer

5 months ago

The bright spotlight on Lexi and fandom rooting for Azalea has relegated Riptide to a novelty act. But there's reason to take another look at the grim fisherman.

by: Alex Truell

7 months ago

Outsiders has renewed interest in the Ranger class, but before you invest in anything, make sure you're pursuing the deck that will resonate with you.

by: Alex Truell

1 year ago

Chane continues to make his presence felt in the Blitz format, and Kevin's here to remind you why.

by: Kevin Brayer

1 year ago

In this follow-up to his prior examination of Charge's card efficiency, Will talks about the modern Boltyn build.

by: Will Reinhardt

2 years ago

Last November, Tyler Horspool piloted Prism to an unexpected first place finish at The Calling: Las Vegas. Driven to the shadows by Briar, Prism is primed for a comeback.

by: Mark Chamberlain & Tyler Horspool

2 years ago

Everfest is not the only thing shaking up the constructed meta games. LSS dropped a bombshell today that sets the stage for the coming tournament season. Read on to find out what happened.

by: Kevin Brayer

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.

Frank Hung makes his debut with a close examination of synergy and its importance in deck building.

by: Mark Chamberlain & Frank Hung

2 years ago

On Sunday Sept. 5th, Wesley placed 2nd in the RC Crew Road to Nationals, making him the highest achieving Azalea player in the world. Here's how he did it- and how you can improve your Azalea game too.

by: Wesley Lingard & Mark Chamberlain

2 years ago

In a double feature, Jacob and Kevin explore both sides of Briar's elemental affinity.

The difference between an aggro deck and a control deck is often less about the cards and more about the mindset. Derek Watring draws from 2 Road to Nationals wins as he explains how a change in perspective can gain card advantage in a game of inches.

by: Mark Chamberlain & Derek Watring

2 years ago

Why get up close and personal when you can kill from a distance? Learn the basics of the Ranger class.

by: Alex Truell

2 years ago

Off the back of a week 1 RtN win, Max Thomas talks us through what makes Midrange Katsu a premiere deck in today's meta.

by: Mark Chamberlain & Max Thomas

2 years ago

Sequencing your actions correctly can often provide a substantial advantage in Flesh and Blood. This article goes into more detail on careful sequencing and three ways it can improve your game.

by: Davis Tower Kingsley

2 years ago

Between her excellent passive ability and potential to blow opponents out with overwhelming card advantage, the overlooked Warrior Kassai is an extremely exciting and flexible hero to pilot.

by: Mark Chamberlain & Kieran

2 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

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