Formats & Strategy Archives

How to Compare Playtest Notes Across Multiple MTG Deck Versions

October 19, 2026 by Graham

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A repeatable playtest log for comparing MTG deck versions without reducing every change to a misleading win-loss record.

How Many Games Should You Play Before Changing an MTG Deck?

September 23, 2026 by Graham

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There is no universal game count that proves an MTG deck needs a change. Diagnose the type of problem, test it under relevant conditions, and make the smallest coherent revision.

How to Build an MTG Testing Gauntlet for a New Constructed Deck

September 22, 2026 by Graham

Oil-style illustration of four colored card-deck boxes on a sunlit table, with an open testing notebook, dice, hourglass, and labeled dividers against a bright fantasy city backdrop.

A practical workflow for selecting representative decks, testing preboard and postboard matchups, recording useful results, and refreshing your gauntlet.