Sullivan Library – Distinctions in Strategic Archetypes

We’re all pretty clear on some of our Magic archetype definitions. Aggro? Easy. Control? Slightly woollier, but simple enough. Combo? Obvious. But… Midrange? Aggro-Control? Are the two archetypes the same, or do they have important differences. And while we’re at it, the differences between “archetype” and “role” can also spawn confusion. Today, Adrian takes a machete to this particular linguistic jungle…

Talking about Magic is one of the greatest pleasures to come out of the game. I’ve had a lot of occasion to talk to some really fun people, and it…

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