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The Cardboard Chronicles
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The latest news, reviews, and musings in the Magic: The Gathering, Pokemon, and the wide world of TCG!
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Dinosaurs, discover triggers, and Zacama-level chaos. We break down how to build Pantlaza for early ramp, mid-game pressure, and late-game dominance.

🦖 www.thecardboardchronicles.com/post/rawr-ho...

#MTG #MTGCommander #PantlazaDeck #EDHStrategy #MagicTheGathering #MTGDeckTech
November 14, 2025 at 7:33 PM
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Aang, Azula, and Appa are headed to MTG Arena, and we got early access. Our reactions, favorite mechanics, and what ATLA means for MTG in 2026:

👉 www.thecardboardchronicles.com/post/avatar-...

#MTG #MTGAvatar #MTGArena #UniversesBeyond #MagicTheGathering
November 13, 2025 at 3:51 PM
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Avatar meets MTG Arena in early access! Greg is joined by Scott (@ProfessorRPG) from Irrational Passions to dive into a discussion about the set and what's coming to MTG in 2026.

Watch now: youtu.be/WoHvAi7ie0k

#MTGArena #MTG #AvatarTheLastAirbender #TCGCrossover #MTGxATLA
November 12, 2025 at 8:49 PM
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Start with a bulk rare. End with a Gaea’s Cradle.
MTG Trade Chains are the glow-up your binder deserves.

Learn how: www.thecardboardchronicles.com/post/the-bea...

#MTG #TradeChain #MagicTheGathering #MTGCommunity #CardTrading
November 12, 2025 at 3:40 PM
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Elestrals is heating up for the holidays 🔥
New Lifestream decks, ShadyPenguin joins the fray, and it’s never been easier to start.

Read more: www.thecardboardchronicles.com/post/why-ele...

#Elestrals #TCG #HolidayGaming #ShadyPenguin #LifestreamSet
November 11, 2025 at 3:26 PM
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The MTG Community suffered some big losses today. Though they may be gone, they still hold a special place in our hearts. Join me in remembering the fallen. Gone but not forgotten.

#MTG #MagicTheGathering #MTGBans #TCG
November 10, 2025 at 5:50 PM
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Standard just got a major shake-up. Vivi Ornitier, Proft’s Eidetic Memory, and Screaming Nemesis are banned, and the format finally feels open again.

📖 Read the full breakdown: www.thecardboardchronicles.com/post/magic-t...

#MTG #MagicTheGathering #BanList #StandardMTG #TCGNews
November 10, 2025 at 5:21 PM
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Here are our hits from this week! Filled with surprises from the MTG Secret Lair Encyclopedia of Magic and the bonus card from the Office crossover. Let us know which one is your favorite in the comments!

#MTG #SecretLair #MTGCommander #CardCollecting #TCG
November 9, 2025 at 3:36 PM
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🔥 “And then the Fire Nation attacked…”

Build your Fire Lord Azula Commander deck with spell-copying chaos and Grixis dominanc: www.thecardboardchronicles.com/post/and-the...

#MTG #Commander #EDH #AzulaDeck #GrixisStorm #AvatarTheLastAirbender
November 6, 2025 at 4:28 PM
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The Pokemon TCG has come a long way, from Base Set nostalgia to Phantasmal Flames hype. But where is it headed next?

Explore the game’s evolution, current challenges, and future potential in our latest blog: www.thecardboardchronicles.com/post/the-fut...

#PokemonTCG #TCGCommunity #Pokemon
November 5, 2025 at 5:16 PM
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MTG’s Secret Lair Encyclopedia sold out in 3 minutes. Fans are furious over broken queues and busted systems. So what went wrong, and how can Wizards fix it?

Read the full story: www.thecardboardchronicles.com/post/mtg-sec...

#SecretLair #MTG #MagicTheGathering #TCGNews #WotC
November 4, 2025 at 3:54 PM
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🎁 TCG fans, this one’s for you! Our 2025 Holiday Gift Guide features the latest from Magic, Pokemon, Lorcana, Elestrals, One Piece & more, plus premium accessories from Dragon Shield & Ultimate Guard.

🛍️ Shop: www.thecardboardchronicles.com/post/tcg-gif...

#TCGGiftGuide #MTG #PokemonTCG #Lorcana
November 3, 2025 at 7:47 PM
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This is such an honor. First, I would like to thank my parents who always believed in me. To get a Secret Lair like this before the scalpers is truly something I will never take for granted.
#MTG #SecretLair #MagicTheGathering
November 3, 2025 at 6:39 PM
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Get in the spooky spirit with our top 10 Halloween-themed Magic Cards. Delivering horror, nostalgia, and flavor, which are your favorites?

🧟See the full list: www.thecardboardchronicles.com/post/spooky-...

#MTG #HalloweenMagicCards #MTGCommander #MagicTheGathering #MTGCommunity
October 31, 2025 at 7:19 PM
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Build walls. Draw cards. Smash face. Learn how to master Arcades, the Strategist Commander in EDH. 🧱💥

Deck guide: www.thecardboardchronicles.com/post/defense...

#MTG #MagicTheGathering #CommanderDeckbuilding #MTGCommander #EDHStrategy #MTGDeckTech
October 30, 2025 at 4:33 PM
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NEW REVEALS! The cabbage cart has crashed into Magic! 🥬🔥 Avatar: The Last Airbender brings elemental bending, iconic characters, and flavorful chaos to the pod.

Dive in: www.thecardboardchronicles.com/post/new-rev...

#MTG #MTGAvatar #UniversesBeyond #MagicTheGathering #AvatarTheLastAirbender
October 28, 2025 at 6:03 PM
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What’s an MTG Cube? It’s draft, chaos, and player personality. Whether you want high-powered mythics, tribal squirrels, or cards containing hats, Cube lets you play your way.

Read the full blog: www.thecardboardchronicles.com/post/mystica...

#MTG #MTGCube #MagicTheGathering #CubeDraft #TCGFun
October 27, 2025 at 1:45 PM
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October’s MTG market is wild. Ensnared by Mana, Fallen Shinobi, and Arena of Ancients are on the rise.

Full breakdown 👉 www.thecardboardchronicles.com/post/mtg-sin...

#MTG #MTGFinance #CommanderBrackets #MagicTheGathering
October 24, 2025 at 2:48 PM
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Think mono-white can’t bite back? Think again. Our Anti-Venom, Horrifying Healer Commander guide shows you how to weaponize damage and dominate combat.

Read now: www.thecardboardchronicles.com/post/hurts-s...

#MTGCommander #AntiVenomCommander #MagicTheGathering #DeckTech #MTG
October 23, 2025 at 2:24 PM
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The Commander Brackets system just got a big refresh. Clearer power levels, trimmed Game Changers, and a better way to match decks. See what’s new and how it affects your next game night.

Read the full update: www.thecardboardchronicles.com/post/mtg-com...

#MTG #CommanderBrackets #MTGCommander
October 22, 2025 at 6:29 PM
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What is Elestrals? A fast, fun TCG that blends Pokémon & Yu-Gi-Oh with gorgeous art and 15-min matches.

Learn what makes it special, the concept, and why it’s perfect for new players.

Read the full blog: www.thecardboardchronicles.com/post/what-is...

#ElestralsTCG #aDrive #Elestrals
October 21, 2025 at 3:21 PM
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Thinking about hosting your first MTG Booster Draft at home? This guide makes it easy and beginner-friendly. No gatekeeping, just Goblins, snacks, and good vibes.

Read now: www.thecardboardchronicles.com/post/mystica...

#MTGBoosterDraft #MagicTheGathering #TCG
October 20, 2025 at 3:28 PM
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Looking for a better way to buy, sell, and trade Magic cards? Meet The Stack, a new community-driven MTG marketplace built on trust, speed, and easy shipping.

Read the full blog: www.thecardboardchronicles.com/post/power-s...

#MTG #MagicTheGathering #TheStack #CardCollectors #MTGCommunity
October 17, 2025 at 6:37 PM
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Mega Evolutions continue their reign in Phantasmal Flames. 🔥 Gold Charizard X ex leads the chase when the set hits Nov 14.

🔥 Read the full blog: www.thecardboardchronicles.com/post/phantas...

#PokemonTCG #PhantasmalFlames #MegaEvolution #TCGCollectors #CharizardChase
October 15, 2025 at 2:57 PM
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Spooky season is here, so build a Dwight o'Lantern Commander Deck! Blink combos, scarecrow synergy, and 5 must-play cards await in this deck tech!

🎃 Read the full guide: www.thecardboardchronicles.com/post/spooky-...

#MTG #CommanderDeck #TheOffice #EDH #MagicTheGathering #SecretLair
October 14, 2025 at 2:46 PM