Running the Numbers on Historic
Historic is quickly becoming a popular Magic format. So how consistent are the top decks? Frank Karsten does the math to help you build the best deck in Historic.
A Pick Order List for Zendikar Rising – Updated
Frank is back to guide you through your Zendikar Rising drafts with his pick order. You’ll know EXACTLY what to take pack one, pick one!
Mana Bases with Zendikar Rising‘s Modal Double-Faced Cards
With double-faced cards in Zendikar Rising, Frank Karsten helps you figure out the the best mana base to utilize those cards.
11 Infinite or Game-Winning Combos with Zendikar Rising
Frank Karsten is here to help you combo out your new decks with these 11 game winning combinations utilizing the new Zendikar Rising set!
Should you board out a land on the draw?
Are sideboards only meant for non-land cards? Frank Karsten puts together the numbers on the benefits of boarding in and out lands.
The Best Aggro Decks in Standard are Mono-Color
Hot take: The best aggro decks in standard are mono-colored. Do you agree? Check out this article by Frank Karsten while he takes us into all of the best aggro decks in the current metagame.
20 Achievements to Unlock in Core Set 2021 Limited
Join Frank Karsten as he unlocks every known achievement in Core Set 2021.
A Pick Order List for Core Set 2021
It’s time again for Frank Karsten’s Pick Order List! Join him as he walks through the archetypes of M21 and decides which cards should be your pack 1, pick 1’s.
11 Infinite or Game-Winning Combos with Core Set 2021
The full set of M21 is finally up and has some of the greatest minds brewing some brand new combos. Check out this list of 11 game winning combos Frank Karsten is sure will find their way into your decks.
Tweaking Mono Red Aggro for the Players Tour Online
Frank Karsten participated in the PT Online last weekend with a Mono-Red Embercleave deck. Emphasis on Embercleave. Check out his review of his event.
Is turn-2 Chandra’s Incinerator going to light up Modern?
Frank Karsten does the math on Chandra’s Incinerator to see how she’ll evolve the world of Modern.
The Standard Metagame after the changes – Analyzing the LCQs
Frank Karsten put in the time to analyze the Standard metagame after the LCQ’s over the past week. Check out how the format has changed since the recent bans and rules changes in Standard.
What is an optimal mana curve (for decks with or without companions)?
Do you have the correct mana curve for your deck? How does your companion play into that? Frank Karsten did the math and here are the results.
CFB Pro Showdown Metagame Analysis, Developments, and Spice
This weekend was our first CFB Pro Showdown. We had a great tournament and Frank Karsten has done the metagame math for us to see which decks took the lead.
How many sources do you need to consistently cast your spells? An IKO update
Frank Karsten breaks down the spells of Ikoria to see how much mana is really required to guarantee that win.
How many lands do you need in a 60-card deck or 80-card deck?
Frank Karsten is the master of math. And of course he putting it to good use through Magic. Today, he teaches us how to not get mana screwed!
MagicFest Online Weekly Championship Metagame Breakdown and Top Decklists – Season 2, Week 2
Check out the week 2 metagame breakdown from season 2 of the MagicFest Online Qualifiers to see which companion takes the lead!
20 Achievements to Unlock in Ikoria Limited
Join Frank Karsten as he unlocks every known achievement in Ikoria: Lair of Behemoths.
A Pick Order List for Ikoria: Lair of Behemoths
Curious about drafting Ikoria? Frank Karsten breaks down the pack 1, pick 1s of the format so that you’ll excel at drafting this season.
MTG Arena Drafts vs Traditional Drafts
MTG Arena Drafts vs in person Drafts: Which has the higher EV? Check out this article by Frank Karsten to see where the true value exists.