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.

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?

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.

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.

Come closer, friend, and hear a tale of woe; of Yorick, Bard and most beguiling foe!

When your strategy involves spiking your opponent with minor damage during blocks, it helps to have low life totals. Riptide is ready for Blitz.

Dash has been enjoying a resurgence since Dynasty, but attention has remained on sideboarding in 'hybrid' fashion. What can a single-purpose build do in the sideboard-free Blitz format?

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.

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.

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

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.

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

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

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

Learn the core elements of Arakni's gameplay, from contracts to control to death by a thousand cuts.

It's one thing for a deck to win, and quite another for it to win consistently.

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.