Alternate win conditions provide an interesting case study for analyzing a specific category of cards. Niels looks in depth at the prices of this subset of cards.
Casual
DJ takes his first foray into the world of MTGO, tix, and bots.
For any given single, TCG Player suggests other cards for purchase that may be related. D.J. explains how this can be a valuable source of information for speculators.
David presents some more picks in his Long Shots series, cards with very low buy-ins and potential as Commander, Modern, or casual hits.
Niels offers another glimpse into the casual mind with direct examples of card evaluation. He applies the criteria outlined in his last article to several cards from Eternal Masters.
The casual market is often misunderstood by more tournament-oriented players and financiers. Niels offers a glimpse into the mind of the casual player.
DJ covers a range of topics this week, from Magic’s newest announcements to some tips on dealing with bulk!
DJ is ready for Conspiracy: Take the Crown, and this week he tells you everything you need to know so you can be as well.
Guest author Zack O’Malley Greenburg, Senior Editor at Forbes Magazine, bought some old packs of The Dark and Fallen Empires. Although he didn’t get any Blood Moons, he had hours of fun rediscovering a slower, more intricate era of Magic.
For Brian DeMars, the bread and butter of speculation are the long-term gainers. He shares his strategy for picking the “safe picks” that will appreciate slowly but surely over time.
Speculators have made good money on Tiny Leaders and Dragons these last couple months. But trends will shift as we approach the launch of Modern Masters 2015. Read on to see how Sigmund is preparing himself for the changes ahead.
I have a confession to make: I’m that guy who looks for a $0.50 card to close the gap in a trade. But you know what? I think that’s okay. This week I share motivation for behaving this way, sprinkling in cheap pick-ups worth speculating on.
It’s far too difficult to know the price of every relevant card, and it’s best rely on others in the community to ensure you remain in front of the hottest trends. This week Sigmund covers this topic in light of the up-and-coming Tiny Leaders format.
