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Mystical Tutor | How to Upgrade a Commander Precon on a Budget
You cracked open a Commander precon, played a few games, and got politely stomped. We've all been there. The good news is you don't need to drop $200 to make your deck actually competitive. In this guide, we walk you through exactly how to upgrade a Commander precon on a budget, from identifying the cards dragging your deck down, to cheap swaps that punch way above their price tag. Whether you're working with $20 or $50, there's a real upgrade path waiting for you.

Greg Montique
1 day ago5 min read


Pass the Pizza | Leonardo, the Balance & Michelangelo, the Heart Commander Deck
Leonardo and Michelangelo make one of the most deceptively powerful partner Commander combinations in the TMNT Magic set. Leo grows your entire board every time a token enters. Mikey creates a Food token every time you attack, which automatically triggers Leo. Every turn. For free. Add Ocelot Pride, Hardened Scales, and Doubling Season to the mix and the math gets genuinely offensive. This is a full deck guide covering strategy, must-include cards, and how to close out games

Greg Montique
4 days ago9 min read


Fear the Foot | Building Your Super Shredder Commander Deck
Super Shredder started as a 1/1. Your opponents should have dealt with him earlier. In this guide, we break down how to build your Super Shredder Commander deck from the ground up, covering early setup, mid-game sacrifice engines, and late-game finishers that close things out fast. With Menace, a two-mana cost, and a passive that feeds off every permanent leaving the battlefield, Shredder rewards aggressive, sacrifice-focused play. This is mono-black the way it was meant to b

Greg Montique
Feb 276 min read


MTG Stock Watch | The Top Moving Magic: The Gathering Singles for February 2026
February 2026 brought major movement to the MTG singles market. Biorhythm exploded after its Commander unban, while cards like Hancock, Ghoulish Mayor and Cavalier of Flame gained traction from rising deck adoption. Persistent Constrictor surged on Blight synergy, and Mox Diamond continued its scarcity-driven climb. Here’s a full breakdown of the biggest movers and what’s driving February’s trends.

Greg Montique
Feb 253 min read


Magic's Universes Beyond TMNT: Design Decisions, Product Strategy, & Hype
Inside the TMNT Magic the Gathering creative process, the design team detailed how authenticity, character identity, and long-term integration shaped the set. From Kevin Eastman’s original artwork to Sneak, mutagen tokens, and the cooperative Turtle Team Up format, this crossover was built with intention. Here is what we learned about the mechanics, product strategy, and the future of Universes Beyond.

Greg Montique
Feb 175 min read


Another One | Building Your Isshin, Two Heavens as One Commander Deck
Looking to build the ultimate Isshin Commander deck? This guide breaks down what Isshin, Two Heavens as One does, why he’s such a powerhouse in Mardu colors, and how to dominate every phase of the game. From early token pressure to explosive midgame turns and game-ending extra combats, plus five must-include cards that supercharge your attack triggers, this is your complete blueprint to building Isshin the right way.

Greg Montique
Feb 134 min read


More MTG 2026 Release Dates Revealed: The Hobbit, Reality Fracture, & Star Trek
Wizards of the Coast has officially revealed the release dates for three major late-2026 Magic: The Gathering sets: The Hobbit, Reality Fracture, and Star Trek. Here’s a breakdown of each set’s launch date, the hype surrounding these highly anticipated releases, and how the MTG community is reacting. From Tolkien’s return to bold sci-fi crossovers and major in-universe story developments, 2026 is shaping up to be one of Magic’s most talked-about years.

Greg Montique
Feb 124 min read


The February 2026 MTG Commander Ban & Unban list has been revealed
The February 2026 MTG Commander bans have been announced. Check out if your favorite cards have been affected and what changes you need to make to your decks!

Greg Montique
Feb 93 min read


I Speak for the Trees | Building Your Doran, Besieged By Time Commander Deck
Weaponize toughness, dominate combat, and crush Commander with Doran, Besieged By Time. Check out the Strategy and 5 must-include cards!

Greg Montique
Feb 55 min read


Gimmie! | Building your Maralen, Fae Ascendant Commander Deck
Build your Maralen, Fae Ascendant Commander deck the right way. faeries and elves, stolen spells, and a Commander plan that snowballs fast.

Greg Montique
Jan 234 min read


MTG Stock Watch: Top Moving Magic Singles for January 2026
January MTG singles stock watch! Maha spikes, Fallout surge, and Lorwyn hype moves prices. See the biggest movers right now.

Greg Montique
Jan 213 min read


Lorwyn Eclipsed: Dance of the Elements Commander Precon Guide
Lorwyn Eclipsed's Dance of the Elements precon delivers 5 color elemental mastery. Discover the theme, strategy, and how the deck functions.

Greg Montique
Jan 153 min read


Mystical Tutor | What is MTG’s Pauper Format?
Learn what MTG’s Pauper format is, why it’s popular, top decks to play, and how to get started on a budget today.

Greg Montique
Jan 124 min read


Patience | Building Your Teval, The Balanced Scale Commander Deck
Turn your graveyard into an army. Take a dive into your Teval Commander strategy, sneaky synergies, and must-play cards to dominate tables.

Greg Montique
Jan 85 min read


Lorwyn Eclipsed Reveals: Check out the gallery & our Top 5 favorites!
A first look at Lorwyn Eclipsed card reveals, highlighting five intriguing designs and what they mean for Magic’s return to Lorwyn.

Greg Montique
Jan 64 min read


2025 MTG Singles Market Review | Some of the Year's Biggest Movers
Let's take a look at the MTG singles market to wrap up 2025, breaking down the big price spikes, value jumps, and major movers!

Greg Montique
Dec 30, 20254 min read


Calling All Angels | Building Your Giada, Font of Hope Commander Deck
Build a powerful Giada, Font of Hope Commander Deck with top Angels, strategy tips, and must-include cards to dominate the EDH table.

Greg Montique
Dec 19, 20254 min read


Mystical Tutor | Choosing your Magic: The Gathering Playstyle
How do you choose your Magic: The Gathering playstyle? Explore color combinations and find the strategy that fits how you think and play.

Greg Montique
Dec 15, 20254 min read


Good Lessons | Building Your Iroh, Grand Lotus Commander Deck
Learn how to build an explosive Iroh, Grand Lotus Commander deck with spell recursion, powerful synergies, and must-include card tech.

Greg Montique
Dec 12, 20254 min read


Release Week | The Top 5 MTG Avatar: The Last Airbender Cards Right Now
What are the top 5 MTG Avatar cards on release week? Powerful, flavorful, and fan‑favorite picks shaking up Commander and Standard decks!

Greg Montique
Nov 24, 20253 min read
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