Demonic Tutor (Alpha)
The card that defined the “Tutor” mechanic. We dive into the history, art, and PriceCharting market data of the legendary Alpha Demonic Tutor
The card that defined the “Tutor” mechanic. We dive into the history, art, and PriceCharting market data of the legendary Alpha Demonic Tutor
The head of the family. We explore the history, mechanics, and PriceCharting value of Rock Hydra from Alpha—the card that started the Hydra craze
The face of White mana and the original “perfect” creature. We look at the history, art, and PriceCharting value of Serra Angel from Alpha
The original turn-one terror. We explore the history and market value of Hypnotic Specter from Alpha—the card that defined hand disruption in Magic
A look at the most annoying one-drop in 1993: Will-O’-The-Wisp from Alpha. We explore its efficiency as a blocker and its current standing in the collector market
A look at one of the original protective artifacts of Magic: Jade Monolith from Alpha. We explore its damage redirection history and current values
From the weakest fish to the most terrifying serpent, the 1st Edition Base Set Gyarados is a masterpiece of vintage holographic design and a pillar of the 1999 collectors’ market
Before the era of complex combos, there was “Fat Moti.” We explore the history and market value of Mahamoti Djinn from Alpha—the original king of the skies
Often overshadowed by its legendary evolution, the 1st Edition Base Set Dragonair is a masterclass in Sugimori design and one of the most valuable non-holo rares from the 1999 era
A protector from the dawn of Magic. We dive into Veteran Bodyguard from Alpha, exploring its unique redirection mechanics, historical rarity, and current market value