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.
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We’ve seen a lot of price movement in the weeks leading up to Pro Tour Battle for Zendikar. We can definitely expect more this weekend, and Ryan is preparing.
Brian DeMars provides a primer on the Atarka Red list he used to win SCG Indy, going into detail on the deck’s many nuances. If you’re looking to pilot the deck or beat it alike, you’ll want to start here.
Going into the Pro Tour this weekend, Battle for Zendikar has yet to make a large impact on Standard. Doug surveys the field as it has developed so far and points out a few cards to watch.
We’re two weeks into BFZ Standard, and as of now G/W Megamorph has taken 75% of finals appearances in major tournaments.
Chaz revisits his pre-rotation targets to see how they’re faring in the new Standard. There were some hits and some duds, but in both cases much to learn for future rotations.
Ryan expects a wide open field for PT Battle for Zendikar, an environment Four-Color Control is uniquely positioned to capitalize on. He shares his thoughts and a rough sketch of the deck.
Fresh off his win at SCG Indianapolis, Brian DeMars describes the major contours of the new format, along with the cards he’s targeting in advance of the PT.
It can be daunting to enter a format like Modern, especially with expensive hallmarks like Tarmogoyf, Liliana, and Snapcaster Mage. Learn how to read the metagame and understand the market in order to know when to buy into these cards!
In a format with absurd mana, it’s important to push limits. Could Mantis Rider and Crackling Doom combine to be a pillar of new Standard?
In between big Modern events is a great time to buy into format staples. Sheridan covers the cards you’ll want to snag before the next North American Grand Prix in November.
Doug discusses the broad contours of new Standard that he’s discerned from testing so far. He explains what his team has found and presents a few picks for gains.
Brian has been testing the new Standard format in preparation for SCG Indianapolis. He shares the cards from BFZ that have performed well, along with the financial takeaways.