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Empress Dromai was the talk of the Pro Tour; but when the sands clear and a blue mood settles over the Draconic Illusionist, what dreams may come?

by: Rogue Theory

1 year ago

It's not always about the best deck for a hero or a class. Today we try to build the best deck for a card unlike any other: Construct Nitro Mechanoid.

by: Chris Borecky

1 year 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

Ever the survivalist, Riptide finds a path forward with this Pox-focused build for Classic Constructed.

by: Joseph Cicchini

1 year ago

With new flourishes on the same old trick, Dorinthea has been returning to competitive gameplay in advance of the next Warrior re-feature.

by: Davis Tower Kingsley

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

Two weeks into Pro Quest Season 3, with The Calling - Indianapolis right around the corner, LSS has decided to give the Classic Constructed format a little shake-up.

by: Kevin Brayer

1 year ago

Updating Hybrid Dash in the wake of Dynasty means freedom of expression, with several options packages to suit your personal style.

by: Tim Bierholz

1 year ago

Bravo is an enduring fixture of the meta for a reason. Mark explores truths that keep Bravo relevant and offers evergreen guidance.

by: Mark Chamberlain

1 year ago

Spirit of Eirina is an absolute game-changer for the Warrior of Light, giving a fresh new reason to break out Boltyn.

by: Will Reinhardt

2 years 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

2 years ago

For the Azalea faithful, putting away the Death Dealer feels impossible. But the Sandscour Greatbow offers an entirely new way to approach the Ranger class.

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

Jumpstart your deckbuilding as we examine Dynasty's Runeblade card pool through the lenses of Chane, Briar, and Viserai.

by: Kevin Brayer & Mark Chamberlain

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

Parker Brown has a decklist that pushes Dromai aggressively- but holds a defensive sideboard just in case.

by: Mark Chamberlain & Parker Brown

2 years ago

Flesh and Blood Worlds 2022 is being played as a three-format event. Players will compete in Classic Constructed, Uprising Draft, and Blitz in their battle for the title of World Champion.

by: Davis Tower Kingsley

2 years ago

The Nationals circuit has shown that the original heroes of Welcome to Rathe and Arcane Rising still have what it takes to compete- and the wisdom of a non-rotating format.

by: Alex Truell

2 years ago

People often underestimate just how adaptable Bravo can be to every situation. By siding in the right cards, he can be either an unstoppable force, an immovable object, or anywhere in between

by: Mark Chamberlain & Mark Siew

2 years ago