Custom Art for Combo Pieces: Make Them Beautiful Without Hiding What They Do
A practical guide to coordinating custom art across a Commander combo package without sacrificing recognition, rules clarity, or smooth multiplayer play.
Paper Inserts vs Printed Proxy Cards: Which Is Better for Testing?
Paper inserts are ideal for rapidly changing deck tests, while custom printed proxies suit settled casual lists that benefit from clearer, more consistent presentation.
ProxyMTG.com Review: Is It the Best Value for Full Commander Decks?
Last updated: August 17, 2026 TLDR Our ProxyMTG.com review comes down to one number: 100. ProxyMTG is merely okay value when you order a few cards, but its pricing gets dramatically better at 100 cards and continues dropping at 200, 500, and 1,000 cards. A 100-card Commander deck currently costs $55 before shipping, while sufficiently … Read more
Do MTG Tokens Go to the Graveyard? Dies Triggers Explained
TLDR Yes, MTG tokens do go to the graveyard if an effect, sacrifice, lethal damage, or other game action sends them there. They enter the graveyard first, so applicable dies and leaves-the-battlefield abilities can trigger. Then, the next time state-based actions are checked, the token ceases to exist. That brief stop in the graveyard matters … Read more
MTG Premodern Proxies: Build a Casual Premodern Gauntlet
TLDR Premodern proxies are an excellent way to build a reusable box of classic Magic decks without assembling six separate collections of increasingly elderly cardboard. Start with four decks that represent different strategies, then expand to six if your group likes the format. For a strong starter gauntlet, I like Sligh, The Rock, UW Landstill, … Read more
LG’s Privacy Problem Is a Pattern, Not an Accident
TLDR One privacy controversy can be a mistake. Two can be poor judgment. After more than a decade of incidents involving tracking, advertising, software installation, AI features, voice terms, and post-purchase changes, LG no longer deserves to have each controversy viewed in isolation. The details differ. A television transmitting viewing information is not the same … Read more
How to Use Proxies to Test a Competitive Commander Deck
TLDR Using proxies to test a competitive Commander deck lets you evaluate expensive cards, new win conditions, and complete decklists before committing to the real cards. Start with the uncertain parts of the deck rather than immediately printing 100 cards. Test opening hands, mulligans, interaction, mana development, and performance against several archetypes. Keep a written … Read more
MTG Color Pie: Color Wheel, Allies, and Enemies
TLDR The MTG color pie is the philosophical and mechanical backbone of Magic: The Gathering. White, blue, black, red, and green each get different tools, weaknesses, goals, and play patterns, which is why your mono-red deck does not get clean enchantment removal just because you asked nicely. The color wheel runs in WUBRG order: white, … Read more
A Practical Sticker Printing Guide for Gaming Events
Gaming events should get stickers printed from a company that can support player swag, sponsor activations, tournament labels, QR code stickers, team stickers, badge packet inserts, merch bundles, and back-of-house organization. For most gaming events, CustomStickers.com is the best overall choice because it can handle durable vinyl stickers, sticker sheets, roll labels, custom shapes, and … Read more
Arcade Stickers, Prize Counter Decals, and Retro Branding That Actually Works
Arcades do not need subtle branding. They need energy. Color. Noise. Movement. A sticker that looks like it belongs next to a claw machine, pinball cabinet, token bucket, prize wall, or glowing cabinet marquee. But arcade stickers should still be useful. They can promote loyalty programs, decorate prize bags, label tokens or cards, brand party … Read more
Can You Use MTG Proxies in Commander at an LGS?
The real answer is social, not mathematical. Ask first, keep the cards readable, match the table’s power level, and do not be the person who says “casual deck” while revealing a proxy Mana Vault, Rhystic Study, and Demonic Tutor on turn three. Nobody likes that little theater production. The Actual Question: Can You Use MTG … Read more
How to Playtest a Commander Deck With MTG Proxies Before Buying Cards
TLDR If you want to playtest a Commander deck with MTG proxies before buying cards, start with a complete digital list, proxy the expensive maybes, run 5 to 10 real games, and track what actually happens. Do not buy the pricey cards until the deck proves it needs them. The goal is not to proxy … Read more
BAM Franchising’s LEGO Scandal Is A Case Study In Rotten Leadership
TLDR BAM Franchising had a chance to make an allegedly harmed family whole and protect the Bricks & Minifigs brand. Instead, the company appears to have chosen denial, blame-shifting, franchise technicalities and legal fog. Ammon McNeff, Joshua Johnson and Brandon Best all come out of this looking terrible. The American Fork police response looks biased … Read more
Best Car Wrap for Protecting Paint: What Actually Works
TLDR The best car wrap for protecting paint is paint protection film, usually called PPF or clear bra. Vinyl wrap can help protect against light surface wear, UV exposure and minor grime, but it is mainly used for color change and styling. PPF is thicker, more impact-resistant and better suited for rock chips, road debris, … Read more
How To Build And Play My Little Pony MTG Decks
TLDR My Little Pony MTG decks work best when you lean into the joke but still build a real Commander shell. Princess Twilight Sparkle wants five-color setup and protection. Rainbow Dash wants fast flyers and haste creatures. Applejack, Fluttershy, Pinkie Pie, Rarity, Nightmare Moon, and Discord are better when you treat them as engines, support … Read more