Full-on combo may not be viable in Standard right now, but Izzet Blitz does a fine impression. Mike Lanigan looks at the deck and discusses its strengths and weaknesses.
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Ryan recommits to Standard, evolving his UWR Control list even further. See if you agree with his changes, or can pick up some fresh ideas for this quickly evolving format.
Ryan evolved his UWR Control list from last week, drawing inspiration from the winner of SCG Dallas this past Saturday.
David Schumann continues his research on the impact of reprints on a card’s price. This time he looks at out-of-print cards reentering the Standard environment.
00Ryan breaks down the reasoning behind the new Standard deck he’s brewed. See if you agree with his choices for approaching this fresh Standard format.
Mike Lanigan discusses the failings of the current Standard environment, and provides a primer on his innovative port of G/W Auras to Standard.
From Door to Nothingness to the return of a familiar UW strategy, Standard is full of innovation right now. Mike Lanigan surveys the new decks that have surfaced recently.
Standard is a wide open format right now, which means lots of people are inventing sweet brews. Mike surveys the field for some strategies you may have overlooked.
The decks in Standard tend to break down into Thragtusk and anti-Thragtusk. Mike examines both sides to find out which is preferable.
Ryan checks in this week to tell you why he thinks his unconventional Bant deck is where you should be in Standard right now. Look mom, no Jaces!
Mike discusses some recent versions of UWr Delver that have finished well at tournaments and offers his thoughts on the deck.
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.
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.