Bill Ricksecker

Thinking about getting your trading cards graded? Learn how card grading works, when it's worth the cost, and how PSA, Beckett, CGC and TAG compare so you can choose the right grading company for your collection.

The Hobbit™: Tales of Middle-earth™ is packed with more than just flavorful cards—it also introduces some incredibly powerful combo pieces. In this guide, we break down six of the best mono-color combos from the set, covering White, Blue, Black, Red...

Learn how to upgrade your Magic: The Gathering Commander preconstructed deck without breaking the bank. This beginner-friendly guide covers choosing the right commander, improving your mana base, adding ramp, card draw, removal, and making smart card...

Learn how to build a stronger MTG Prerelease deck from your six Play Boosters. This beginner-friendly Sealed deck guide covers card sorting, choosing colors, mana curves, land counts, sideboarding, and more.

A mana curve is one of the most important parts of building a consistent Magic: The Gathering deck. This beginner's guide explains mana value, why early-game plays matter, how ramp affects your curve, and how to balance low-cost cards with powerful late-game...