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Theory
May21

Looking at Counterspells

by Chingsung Chang

Counterspells have a storied place in Magic history. Chingsung explains how the story worked out this way, and what you need to know about tapping Island for yourself!

Tags: Analysis, chingsung chang, Counter Target Spell, Counterspell, Theory

Standard
May14

Play the !@#$ing Blue Deck

by Chingsung Chang

While attacking the format with a new brew can lead to incredible wins, sometimes it's a more usual path that's required. Chingsung relearned that lesson in Providence.

Tags: Analysis, Avacyn Restored, Blue, chingsung chang, Constructed, Deck Lists, Lesson, Standard, Theory

Standard
May07

Testing for a New Format

Theory
Apr30

Format Design and Cavern of Souls

Standard
Apr23

Something Old and Something New

by Chingsung Chang

What does the third set in a block do to a format? Chingsung shows you not what a crystal ball will scry, but what an analysis of Avacyn Restored shows for the future of Standard!

Tags: Analysis, Avacyn Restored, chingsung chang, Deck Analysis, deck list, Deck Lists, Review, Standard

Theory
Apr16

Investment Theory and Avacyn Restored

by Chingsung Chang

What is Investment Theory, and why is it important? Chingsung's review on an overlooked piece of Magic theory will help you appreciate, and understand, the best that Avacyn Restored will be offering!

Tags: Analysis, chingsung chang, Investment Theory, Magic Theory, Theory, Zac Hill

Current Events
Apr12

Avacyn Restored Preview: Emancipation Angel

by Chingsung Chang

Ready to see something awesome? Check out Gathering Magic's exclusive Avacyn Restored preview: Emancipation Angel!

Tags: Analysis, Angel, Avacyn Restored, chingsung chang, Constructed, Emancipation Angel, Limited, Preview

Theory
Apr09

Revisiting The Strategic Moment

by Chingsung Chang

Magic theory might be dry, but it's also a powerful tool for any competitive player to master. Chingsung revisits an Adrian Sullivan classic, showing you the ideas of yesterday expressed in the decks of today!

Tags: Adrian Sullivan, Analysis, chingsung chang, culture, Drew Levin, Magic History, Theory

Theory
Mar26

Limiting Velocity

by Chingsung Chang

After sharing what velocity is, and why it's important, in Magic it was only natural to show you how to use it too! Chingsung dives into just that: making your decks and play even better!

Tags: Analysis, chingsung chang, Deck Lists, Theory, Velocity

Theory
Mar19

The Nature of Time

by Chingsung Chang

Have you ever felt as though time conspired against you? Chingsung's discussion on time in Magic, through the lens of Chess theory, will put the clock in your corner!

Tags: chingsung chang, Strategy, Theory, Time, Tournament, Wisdom

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  • Calcano Cuts With a Different Delver
    Mon. May. 21 - Blue-Red Delver takes down Grand Prix Minneapolis!
  • Hallelujah for Alex!
    Mon. May. 14 - 16 miracles created one more!
  • Duel Decks: Izzet vs. Golgari
    Mon. May. 7 - The Izzet and Golgari are going to war!
  • Updated Magic Online Release Schedule
    Mon. Apr. 30 - You'll Return to Ravnica sooner than you think!
  • Previews at PAX East
    Mon. Apr. 9 - Avacyn Restored's mechanics, Magic 2013, and Ravnica!
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