PROTRADER: Elves, Merfolk, and Goblins (Oh My!)
Has anyone even tested Goblins in Modern? The speculation is so rampant on a strategy that has yet to prove itself. Maybe people are forgetting there’s no Goblin Lackey, Goblin Matron, Goblin...
View ArticlePROTRADER: Magic Origins Set Review, White
The latest Magic set, Origins, is nearly upon us. As we approach the prerelease, it’s always worthwhile to have a finance strategy in place ahead of time. Which cards do you need to move immediately?...
View ArticlePROTRADER: Leverage the Data
Knowledge is Power. This cliché is entirely overused, yet it still fits the description of today’s article perfectly. Having data – especially from reliable and impactful sources – can be a significant...
View ArticlePROTRADER: Origins Makes a Splash at SCG Chicago
Magic Origins is upon us, and last weekend we had the opportunity to watch the new cards in action. The first weekend of any new set’s legality in Standard is always an exciting one and Origins was no...
View ArticlePROTRADER: Credit Is King
Your cards are sorted as requested by the website. You specified the proper condition on your cards, if applicable, to minimize surprise downgrades. You’ve followed precise packaging instructions....
View ArticlePROTRADER: Pro Tour Origins and Some Important Numbers
Rumor on the street is that my article last week on credit buylisting was unlocked for everyone to see. Whether or not it was intentional, I’m delighted at the positive feedback I received on it. Due...
View ArticlePROTRADER: A Deep Dive Into Fetch Lands
It’s been nearly three years since we saw the reprint of shock lands. In other words it’s been three years since dozens of MTG speculators invested in fistfuls of the Modern dual land – it was the...
View ArticlePROTRADER: Identifying Trends in Modern-Playable Dual Lands
Last week, I explored everything related to fetch lands. Based on Maro’s recent announcement stating there would be no fetch lands in Battle for Zendikar, the deeper dive was merited. Hopefully...
View ArticlePROTRADER: Legacy Is Dead, Long Live Legacy
Eternal Weekend created a great deal of buzz throughout last weekend. And while most Twitch viewers were tuning into SCG’s Modern event, the Twitterverse was alight with Legacy tweets. Coincidentally,...
View ArticlePROTRADER: Battle for Zendikar Lands
By Saturday night, I had a pretty rough idea what my article topic was going to be heading into Sunday morning. There were numerous loose ends I was planning on tying up from past articles – a...
View ArticlePROTRADER: Credit Is King – Part 2
It’s working. I can’t believe it’s actually working. Since writing my “Credit is King” article a few weeks ago, I have managed to turn about $170 into over $500 in store credit. This growth is a result...
View ArticlePROTRADER: The Bottom for Modern Masters 2015
I never thought I’d live to see the day I regretted not visiting Oklahoma City. Yet in a roundabout way, Wizards of the Coast made this happen by hosting a Modern Grand Prix there. This year’s fourth...
View ArticlePROTRADER: Battle for Zendikar Set Review – White
It’s that time of year once again. With the Battle for Zendikar release on the horizon, the writers here at MTGPrice have you covered. We’re going through each of the colors in the set and breaking...
View ArticlePROTRADER: Three Trends You Should Know About
Now that Battle for Zendikar prerelease weekend is behind us, I’m certain many MTG finance writers will write about the cards to keep on your radar. There will probably be an article or two written on...
View ArticlePROTRADER: A Cautious Reaction to SCG Indy
I began my Sunday morning the same way I always embrace the day – well, at least from an MTG finance standpoint. I suppose technically Monday is fairly unique in absolute, as I have the day off and I...
View ArticlePROTRADER: Invisible Hand Hard at Work
My name is Sigmund and I’m a capitalist. I believe in the Invisible Hand and all the dictates of supply and demand in the realm of MTG finance. This means I embrace all the positives – and inevitable...
View ArticlePROTRADER: Lessons and Lackluster Profits from the Pro Tour
Another Pro Tour come and gone – well, sort of. What I mean to say is that although I’m writing this article Sunday morning, by the time it goes live the event will be over. Still, despite my lack of...
View ArticlePROTRADER: A Seller’s Market
A week ago, I wrote about the ho-hum results of the Pro Tour. The professional players who made the top eight were incredible, with a vast history of experience and success. But the decks themselves...
View ArticlePROTRADER: Immediate Reactions to Shadows Over Innistrad
By: Sigmund Ausfresser A number of Twitter followers and friends asked me if I was planning on attending Grand Prix Indianapolis, which took place last weekend. I always try to make it to any GP I can...
View ArticlePROTRADER: Economic Analysis on Zendikar Fetches
Which would you rather have? A 50% chance of winning $10 or a 100% chance of winning $5? This kind of question can mean very different things depending on who you ask. Pure economists would say that...
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