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The Counterfeit Renaissance
High-tech fakes have evolved beyond simple proxies. With generative AI and industrial precision reaching the hands of counterfeiters, the TCG industry is facing a trust crisis that threatens the very concept of authenticity – Read More!
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The Death of the Local Game Store
The Local Game Store was once the heart of the TCG community. Today, it is being squeezed by direct-to-consumer models and rising costs, turning our favorite “Third Spaces” into high-efficiency warehouses – Read More!
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The Pokémon Pivot: Why the World’s Biggest TCG Left the Table
Pokémon has successfully completed a transition that would kill any other TCG: it became an asset class first and a game second. We go deep into the 2020 influencer boom, the rise of the “Slab Economy,” and why 90% of buyers now treat these cards like scratch tickets rather than strategy tools – Read More!
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The Digital Disconnect: Why MTG Arena and Paper Magic Feel Like Two Different Hobbies
The simple hobby we’ve loved has broken apart. The digital game operates as a rental service under controlled economic rules, while paper relies on tangible ownership. This fundamental clash proves the company sees you as two different wallets, not one unified player. – Read More!
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How to Build the Ultimate Budget Commander Deck
A practical guide to building a focused, reliable, and enjoyable Commander deck without spending premium dollar – Read More!
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How to Build the Ultimate Commander Deck
A practical, collector-focused guide to building powerful, consistent, and intentional Commander decks that feel polished from top to bottom. – Read More!
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The Hidden Cost of Universes Beyond
An editorial on how cross-IP pressure, corporate incentives, and aggressive power creep are reshaping Magic at the expense of the players who built the game – Read More!
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The Lorcana Surge Is Real, But What Happens Next?
Lorcana has moved past early hype and is now a real TCG force. The bigger question is whether it can stay on its current trajectory – Read More!
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The TCG FOMO is Manufactured and Collectors are Tired
Modern TCGs run on manufactured urgency. Players are finally recognizing the pattern, and the market is beginning to respond – Read More!
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How to Value Your MTG Collection
A practical, step-by-step framework for valuing a Magic collection in 2025 grounded in condition, printings, liquidity, and real market behavior – Read More!
