For months, the Standard format of Magic: The Gathering has been caught in a stranglehold. A single, dominant strategy known as 'Viven Cauldron' choked the competitive scene, leaving players frustrated and calling for a change. That change has finally arrived.
On 10 November, Wizards of the Coast, the game's publisher, confirmed a sweeping list of bans across multiple formats. The long-awaited update dismantles the top deck and signals a major reset for competitive play.
