TLDR The easiest way to start a fight in a Magic comment section is to use proxy, fake, and counterfeit as though they all mean the same thing. They do not. The difference between proxy cards vs counterfeit cards is not simply that one looks bad and the other looks convincing. A high-quality proxy can […]
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You Paid $1,200 for an LG Monitor. LG Used It to Sell You McAfee.
TLDR A company sells you a $1,200 monitor. You connect it to your computer. Windows quietly downloads the company’s application without giving you a separate installation notice. Then the application starts advertising McAfee. That is the experience LG delivered to customers who thought they were buying a monitor, not enrolling their computer in a hardware-triggered […]
Team Pinball Details Dispute With Pedretti Gaming Over Big Bang Bar Remake Prototype
A planned remake of Big Bang Bar, one of pinball’s most famous “almost didn’t happen” machines, has become the center of a public dispute between UK-based Team Pinball and Italian manufacturer Pedretti Gaming. Team Pinball published a statement outlining its version of events, claiming that a prototype machine it purchased and developed for the Big […]
Where Should Comic Conventions Get Stickers Printed?
Comic conventions should get stickers printed from a company that can handle bright artwork, custom shapes, bulk quantities, fast proofing, and durable materials that hold up through a long weekend of badges, tote bags, vendor tables, cosplay props, artist alley chaos, and people carrying five posters in one hand while trying not to drop a […]
How Many Proxies Should You Use in a Commander Deck?
TLDR Most casual Commander decks can handle 5 to 15 proxies without bothering anyone, as long as the cards fit the table’s power level and you are honest before the game starts. If you are building a test deck, a cube-style Commander night, or a budget version of an expensive idea, you can use more. […]
Can You Use MTG Proxies at a Local Game Store?
TLDR You can use MTG proxies at some local game stores, but only when the store and the players allow it. Do not assume proxies are fine just because the event is casual, Commander-focused, or held on a weeknight with snacks and folding chairs. The simple rule is this: sanctioned events require authentic Magic cards, […]
How To Build A Vintage Pokemon Proxy Card Binder
TLDRA vintage Pokemon proxy card binder is a good way to enjoy classic cards without chasing every expensive original. Build it around a clear theme, use honest labeling, keep proxies separate from real cards, and choose cards that make the binder feel complete. Proxies are for casual collecting, display, and personal enjoyment. They are not […]
CustomStickers.com vs FedEx Office: I Would Not Order Stickers From FedEx If CustomStickers.com Is An Option
My Honest Take I would use FedEx Office for shipping a package, printing a document or grabbing a quick business print job. I would not use FedEx Office for custom stickers if CustomStickers.com is available. That may sound blunt, but this comparison is pretty simple. FedEx Office is a huge business services company that also […]
MTG Proxy Cube Staples: What To Print Before Draft Night
TLDR The best MTG proxy cube staples are not just the strongest cards in Magic. They are the cards that make your draft night work. Print these first: Start With The Cards That Make The Cube Work A cube is not a binder checklist. It is a game box. That matters when you are choosing […]
Which Pokémon Proxy Set Should You Start With?
TLDR Start with the Pokémon proxy set that matches your collecting goal, not the one that simply has the most famous card. Introduction A good Pokémon binder does not need to start with a hundred cards. Sometimes it starts with one row that feels right. That is the real appeal of Pokémon proxy sets. You […]