At the end of June, went through a major shakeup that changed the landscape of the format. With some of the top decks knocked out, players quickly began exploring new strategies and rebuilding around fresh ideas. Now that we've had a week of MTGO results, we're starting to see which decks are rising to the top—and how the meta is beginning to evolve. Let's take a look at what the data shows so far. What was Banned in Standard on June 30th? On June 30th, Wizards of the Coast banned several cards from Standard that had been shaping the format. The banned cards are:

The new Final Fantasy set in MTG Arena has brought some very unique and beloved characters from the franchise—and among them, some powerful ones shine in Historic Brawl. Today, we'll go over five new decks based on Final Fantasy commanders that you can build and play right now in MTG Arena. If you're a fan of brewing or just want to relive your favorite Final Fantasy moments in Magic form, these Brawl decks are a great place to start. What are the best Final Fantasy commanders in MTG Arena?

Final Fantasy has finally arrived on MTG Arena, and if you're ready to build new decks around your favorite characters, you're in the right place. In this article, I'll be going over the top ten best commanders for Historic Brawl from the Magic: The Gathering – Final Fantasy release, plus a closer look at how the new mechanics and themes shake up the Arena meta. How We Picked These Commanders To rank the best commanders, we looked at:

If you thought aggro was dead in Standard, think again. Gruul Delirium brings the heat with fast threats, graveyard synergy, and enough tricks to keep your opponents guessing. It's aggressive, grindy, and way smarter than it looks—exactly the kind of deck that punishes slow starts! Gruul Delirium Standard Deck Overview Best Card Choices for Gruul Delirium in Standard

If you love the long game and watching your opponent slowly run out of options, this one's for you. MonoBlack Control is back in Standard, and it's packing everything you'd expect—clean removal, brutal hand disruption, and a few game-ending bombs. Let's take a closer look at what makes it tick. Mono-Black Control Standard Deck Overview Best Card Choices for Mono Black Control in Standard

Standard's been anything but boring lately—and the 5-0 MTGO League data proves it. Since the release of Tarkir: Dragonstorm, players have been testing, brewing, and locking in their favorite decks—and the results are starting to paint a clear picture of the current Standard metagame. We've gone through every undefeated (5-0) League finish on MTGO since the set dropped, and while the field remains diverse, two archetypes have been standing above the rest. Let’s break down the biggest winners, the decks that won’t quit, and the strategies making a splash along the way.

Tarkir: Dragonstorm is finally here, and I wanted to share what's been working for me so far—hopefully it helps you get the most out of your own drafts. At the time of writing, I've run about 10 drafts (both on MTGO and Arena), and I've already managed to hit a 7-win finish in five of them. To help break things down, I'll be combining insights from my personal experience with data from 17lands.com, focusing specifically on Premier Draft performance. The goal? To figure out what's winning and how you can draft smarter in this evolving format. How Does Tarkir: Dragonstorm Compare to Other Sets?

Tarkir is back in the spotlight, and if you're looking to brew new decks with its latest legendary creatures, this article is just what you need. Today, I'll be covering the top ten best commanders from Tarkir: Dragonstorm, along with a look at the accompanying Commander product. So let's count down the best Tarkir: Dragonstorm commanders for 2025—and see who's leading the charge! How We Picked These Commanders