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Going Red in Standard (Without Going in the Red)

Darwin Kastle — Mon, 21 May 2012 04:06:35 +0000

Diving into Standard doesn't mean breaking the bank. Darwin has another budget brew that will break your opponents instead of your wallet!

Maxing Out

Darwin Kastle — Mon, 14 May 2012 04:01:08 +0000

Which deck do you play, what cards are in that deck, and why there are there? Darwin challenges you to be able to answer each of those questions for every tournament you play in!

What’s Up, Block?

Darwin Kastle — Mon, 07 May 2012 04:02:02 +0000

Whether you're bound for Barcelona, Anahiem, or just Magic Online, Darwin runs down some of the upcoming decks you may be facing in Innistrad Block Constructed with Avacyn Restored!

Reading, Writing, and Arithmetic

Darwin Kastle — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 04:01:12 +0000

Gearing up for Avacyn Restored Draft and Sealed at FNM? Darwin breaks down understanding new Limited formats, sharing how you can plan to make the most even when you know you least!

The Sky Is Falling

Darwin Kastle — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 04:02:06 +0000

Phasing. Morph. Storm. These are just a few of the effects Darwin believes detract from Magic. The question now, of course, is whether or not miracle makes the list as well!

So, You Wanna Be the Best . . .

Darwin Kastle — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 04:00:54 +0000

Practical. Timely. To the point. Darwin's rundown of the key features of the path to being the best player you can be is a map everyone should copy!

Beyond the Build

Darwin Kastle — Mon, 09 Apr 2012 04:01:14 +0000

Last week, Darwin shared a budget White Weenie deck that took him to the top of a cash tournament. This week he shares the refinements to make it even better!

I’ll Take Winning for 100

Darwin Kastle — Mon, 02 Apr 2012 04:01:49 +0000

Getting started in Standard can be an expensive adventure. Darwin walks through how he handled building a deck that battles set to a strict budget!

Adventures in Opryland

Darwin Kastle — Mon, 26 Mar 2012 04:02:18 +0000

One of the greatest draws of Magic are the endless things we learn playing. Darwin shares his Grand Prix Nashville adventure, walking through his less-than-stellar Sealed pool.

Sealed Luck

Darwin Kastle — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 04:01:05 +0000

It's easy to believe that Sealed is more luck than leverage, but Darwin is adamant that it just isn't the case. If you're ready to to make the most six boosters, this is your article!

Don’t Be That Guy

Darwin Kastle — Mon, 12 Mar 2012 04:02:21 +0000

How we handle ourselves is uniquely our own, but some personalities can be more disruptive than others. Darwin shares some of the ways players may be causing problems, and how to solve them!

More Than a Game — Magic: The Gathering; Side Effects May Vary

Darwin Kastle — Mon, 05 Mar 2012 05:53:40 +0000

While the dream of being a professional Magic player is alive more than ever before, it's a journey far tougher than many believe. Darwin shares his story, from starting Magic to the Pro Tour Hall of Fame and beyond!

The Science of Sideboarding

Darwin Kastle — Mon, 27 Feb 2012 05:21:38 +0000

Figuring out decks is hard enough, but your sideboard is often the deciding feature. Darwin shares some common questions, and uncommon answers, to sideboarding!

The Dangers of Playtesting

Darwin Kastle — Mon, 20 Feb 2012 05:01:11 +0000

Testing your decks is a vital element to competitive success. Darwin shares a story of where testing can go wrong, and why the right plan is often right in front of you!

Moving with the Metagame

Darwin Kastle — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 05:02:32 +0000

The results from Pro Tour Dark Ascension are all in, but Darwin's been working ahead for Standard. Is there room to move things further after the Ramp-win in Hawaii?