And now for something completely different! Sort of...
Throughout the month of April I step aside from the more controversial aspects of Magic and its community to take on the 2016 A to Z Challenge. But don't worry, there's still nothing but Magic!
DEEPER DOWN THE MAGIC HOLE
Over the last few months (or years really), Wizards of the Coast has had to deal with constant product leaks. Lately, they've been more vocal about why it hurts the game and why they want to put an end to it.
Some leaks have proven to be even more nefarious than others, however, involving multiple vendors and insider knowledge, allowing them to take advantage of the market and those of us who remain in the dark.
#MTGFINANCE: OF MONSTERS AND SCHOLARS
I've been wanting to write about MTGFinance for a while now, especially after having some good discussions in FB groups about it. I find it's not as easy for me to write about in blog form yet, compared to when I am actively engaged with someone. Either way, I felt the current debate about the finance community, and the desire expressed by those within it to change the negative perception they receive, was one I wanted to touch on.
I understand the position of ridicule I place myself in, but it is what it is...
THE BATTLE FOR ZENDIKAR: WHAT'S IN A NAME?
So, Battle for Zendikar has arrived and people have begun reporting on Expedition Lands, speculating on short-term, long-term investments, and duking it out in the new Meta sans the Theros block. Eldrazi and Allies abound!
But the ravaging intent of the Eldrazi isn't the only fight being brought to the war-ridden lands of Zendikar. The war over how the land shall be remembered in the history books is being waged, if any survive the current threat, and unfortunately the outlook is looking pretty dark...
THE BATTLE FOR ZENDIKAR BEGINS
I'll admit, I've not been one to keep track of the overall story told within the Magic: The Gathering universe, but it seems to be a focus Wizards of the Cost has been pushing for some time now. I read the very first published book (to my knowledge), which featured a protagonist by the name of Garth. I remember his name (I hope that's right...), there were specific schools/houses of magic he was infiltrating, and that I really liked it. I also recall attempting to get through the second book, which seemed completely unrelated, and being unable to do so. That's when I stopped following along, for the most part...
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It’s been a long while. I briefly discuss some of this year’s shortcomings, and in doing so, find it’s just more of the same.
Then I attempt to give a more positive spin…
Extra Life Game Day 2021 has arrived! It’s Year 8 for myself and I am looking forward to once again raise money for Gillette Children’s Specialty Healthcare. Team Cryton Crusaders is ready (kind of) for the annual fundraising event involving a 24-Hour Gaming Marathon! I kept last year’s fun, but likely impossible Milestone to reach!
Learn more about the challenge where my team and I play games and heal kids!