Modern
The premier competitive constructed format for paper Magic. Modern draws from over two decades of cards, creating a deep and powerful metagame.
Modern is where competitive paper Magic hits its stride. The format includes cards from roughly 2003 onward, giving players access to a massive card pool full of powerful strategies and iconic cards. Unlike Standard, Modern doesn't rotate — once a card is legal, it stays legal (unless it's banned). This makes it an appealing long-term investment for players who want to build a deck and evolve with it over time. Modern is the format of choice for Regional Championships and a regular fixture on the Pro Tour, and its metagame is among the most scrutinized and data-driven in all of Magic.
Archetypes
Format Averages
Average Game Duration
13m 23s
across 344 games
Average Turn Count
Data Pending
Turn counts needed for analysis.
Decks Played in Modern 58
Griefblade
MidrangeGrixis Midrange
MidrangeGruul Midrange
MidrangeGruul Scapeshift
ComboHammer Time
Aggro - ComboHardened Scales
AggroHedron Alignment
Control - ComboInfect
AggroIzzet Control
ControlIzzet Midrange
Midrange
Izzet Murktide
Aggro - Control
Izzet Phoenix
Aggro - ControlIzzet Prowess
AggroIzzet Splinter Twin
ComboJeskai Flying Men
Aggro