“Everything is bigger in Texas.” Sig’s Spring Break family vacation offered new inspiration for this week’s article: a look at valuable oversized cards.
Sigmund Ausfresser
Sigmund first started playing Magic when Visions was the newest set, back in 1997. Things were simpler back then. After playing casual Magic for about ten years, he tried his hand at competitive play. It took about two years before Sigmund starting taking down drafts. Since then, he moved his focus towards Legacy and MTG finance. Now that he's married and works full-time, Sigmund enjoys the game by reading up on trends and using this knowledge in buying/selling cards.
Sig has fond memories of playing Magic as a kid. One of them is his perspective on nonbasics, AKA “weird lands.” This week he shares some of his favorites.
Sig isn’t sure he could ever leave Magic altogether, even though he does respect those who do. This week he shares five reasons why he remains engaged.
Last weekend, a friend declared that he sold out of Magic. Sig’s first reaction was…envy!? He explores five reasons selling out of Magic can be net positive.
Sig went viral on Twitter! Okay, maybe that’s hyperbole, but why did his recent tweet comparing prices of Revised and Magic 30 Tundra get people talking?
Sig is a fan of nostalgic Magic, so it’s no wonder recent rumblings about PreDH, Commander before 2011, have caught his eye. This week Sig explores this concept.
Dual Lands are back in style. This week Sig shares his history with the coveted cards and provides the reasons he thinks these are once again a good buy.
Sig continues comparing Magic finance with running, focusing on the training aspects of the two pursuits. Once again, there is more overlap than you’d expect!
What does running a race and speculating on Magic cards have in common? It all comes down to pacing. This week Sig explores various scenarios in Magic finance.
Poison is back in Phyrexia: All Will Be One! This week Sig dives into the history of this ability and highlights past cards that are worth having on your radar.
Sig is feeling a bit apathetic towards Magic to begin 2023; inspiration is running low. Don’t fret, though, as he’s been through this cycle many times before.
It’s a new year for reprints, starting with Dominaria Remastered. Is it possible to predict the impact and price of reprints? Sig shares three key factors.
Not long ago, it seemed everyone was clamoring for cheaper Magic cards. They’re here, but everyone isn’t thrilled? This week Sig investigates this trend.
