From the RPTQ results two weeks ago to GP Pittsburgh’s Top 8, Modern is showcasing a diverse and healthy metagame. Doug surveys the Top 8 and offers his insight.
Douglas Linn
Doug Linn has been playing Magic since 1996 and has had a keen interest in Legacy and Modern. By keeping up closely with emerging trends in the field, Doug is able to predict what cards to buy and when to sell them for a substantial profit. Since the Eternal market follows a routine boom-bust cycle, the time to buy and sell short-term speculative investments is often a narrow window. Because Eternal cards often spike in value once people know why they are good, it is essential for a trader to be connected to the format to get great buys before anyone else.
Outside of Magic, Doug is an attorney in the state of Ohio. Doug is a founding member of Quiet Speculation, and brings with him a tremendous amount of business savvy.
This week, the guys chat about the RPTQ series, including a by-the-numbers recap of Top 8 decks. Then the cast turns it over to Kelly to ask him how he *really* feels about Old School Magic and its attendant price spikes.
The latest round of Regional PTQs provide a solid picture of the Modern metagame. Doug breaks down the collective Top 8’s and discusses financial implications.
The cast this week dives into tournament results from three huge events this past weekend. Who is missing? Two 1U creatures that are considered pillars of their formats. Find out more in this week’s episode of QS Cast.
The Standard format continues to surprise, as last weekend’s GP sported two new archetypes in the Top 8. Doug covers the new developments and the financial takeaways.
In this cast, you’ll hear about how and why QS sent Kelly Reid to cover the Pro Tour. Kelly talks about his experiences, who he met, what saw play — and what did not. The gang also discusses good Modern and Standard pickups going forward, in case you want to avoid paying $750 for a Standard deck.
The Top 8 from this weekend was the stuff of legend. Join Doug as he breaks down the results of the weekend and points out which cards deserve your attention.
Some of the best pros in the world weigh in on the best cards at Pro Tour: BFZ.
