That’s the simple answer, but we aren’t content with that. We are going to take a deep dive into the different types of cards available, why there are so many and what makes them so special. In fact, if we are talking about the number of cards printed in total, then it exceeds 43 BILLI …

Magic: The Gathering is full of incredible worlds. From the steampunk splendor of Kaladesh to the stained-glass reaches of Dominaria, it’s built up its own multiverse stunningly over the last 30 years. However, in fantasy, there’s always going to be one name that outranks all others …

I learned to play Magic in 2000 and, ready to dive in and purchase my first cards, I stumbled across the now-discontinued Magic the Gathering World Championship decks. I bought Mark Le Pine’s sweet ‘Sped Red’ land destroy deck from Worlds ’99, filled with powerhouses …