Magic the Gathering format: Fun 40
The Fun 40 format for Magic the Gathering was introduced during a side tournament at the Beasts of the Bay event in 2026. Participants built decks of 40 cards using custom boosters, fostering a vibrant trading atmosphere. The author reflects on the enjoyable aspects of the game and shares personal deck-building experiences.
- ▪The Fun 40 format encourages players to build decks of 40 cards instead of the traditional 60.
- ▪Custom boosters were distributed during the event, enhancing the trading experience.
- ▪The author emphasizes the importance of game interactions and diverse card borders for an enjoyable gameplay experience.
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FABIEN SANGLARD'S WEBSITE CONTACT RSS DONATE May 1, 2025 Magic the Gathering format: Fun 40 img { border: 1px black solid ; margin-bottom: 2ch; } small { font-size: 80%; } During the Beasts of the Bay's "Quest for Urza's Chalice" event of 2026, a side tournament proposed to revive the late 90s. Custom boosters were distributed and the 80+ participants were invited to build a deck of 40 cards. Trading was very much encouraged during these three days. There were many cool cards in the set and many gorgeous decks were assembled. Needless to say, I did not sleep much and had a blast during that "magical" weekend. So much so that I decided to build a set of six decks to recapture the spirit and play with my wife.
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