Like everyone these days, Mike has spoilers and the new format on the mind. Read on for some updates to tier-one Standard decks implementing cards from RtR.

Mike examines the RtR spoiler to see which cards are likely to shake things up. Some powerful spells are slated to enter Standard soon, some of which may rival the pushed creatures of late.

Mike discusses the general impact Ravnica is likely to have on Standard deck construction, and reviews some (charming) cards that have been spoiled.

At the tail end of the current Standard’s run, the format is still evolving. Mike examines some new archetypes on the cutting edge that arose from the World Magic Cup.

Ryan believes that everybody should just play RUG Delver in Legacy.

The quantity of product opened is but one of several factors that determine the supply of cards in the MTGO market. In today’s article Matthew Lewis analyzes recent data from a number of online retailers to get an idea of where online Standard prices are headed next year.

Which Standard fatties from last year are poised to gain value as future casual staples? Chad looks at post-rotation and decides what to do with his titans and praetors.

Ryan reports on his performance with Counter Repost at the SCG Kansas City Standard event.

Jason waxes poetic about the upcoming Gen Con, presents some famous characters immortalized in Magic card form, and reports the (shocking) tournament results from the weekend.

As we near rotation, Standard continues to be dominated by aggressive creature strategies. Mike advocates shaking it up with a dedicated control deck and provides two brand-new lists in said vein.

What’s the best card in Standard? Mike believes firmly that it is Terminus. He discusses why and shares his experience at a recent PTQ.

In response to purrs of Monoblack’s revival, Ryan reviews the color wheel and the distribution of card strength amongst the colors in the Standard environment.