Brian DeMars looks at Theros block as it’s about to rotate and asks what cards promise long-term gains. These are the cards you’ll want to target as we move into the summer lull.

Pete returns with an update to his popular Horde Magic format, introducing an element of story with The Raid.

Mike Lanigan responds to a friend in need who’s trying to build a Standard deck around Pack Rat. Operating under the specified restrictions, he sets out to make the most competitive deck possible.

Witness the unveiling of Ryan’s pauper cube list and see if it inspires you to join in the awesomeness.

Mike provides some examples of cards being under- and overrated in the new Standard format, before sharing a few decklists.

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.

This week Jason bears witness to an historical Magic transaction, reports the slew of typos to appear in Magic products of late, and praises recent rogue deck builders for their quixotic quest to render Magic fun.