Cas Hinds
Cas Hinds
Cas started playing Magic in 2016, working at the Coolstuffinc LGS. She started writing Articles for CoolStuffinc in June 2024. She is a content creator with Lobby Pristine, making short form content and streaming Magic under the handle strixhavendropout.
What I Learned in 2025 After 311 Commander Games
Cas Hinds played a lot of Commander in 2025. What were the biggest lessons she learned from a year of gaming?
The Worst Cards You Can Play Against a Commander Player in 2026
Which cards cause the most distress in Commander games? Or get you kicked out of your playgroup? Here's a list to consider.
The Top 5 Most Annoying Cards/Mechanics to Track in Commander
Magic is a big, complex game, and growing more so with every set. But there are specific cards and mechanics that make the game too complex.
The Top Four Commander Faux Pas
We've all committed or experienced faux pas during games of Commander. But what are the worst, and how can we avoid them?
The Top 5 MTG Mechanics of 2025
Cas Hinds shows you the most fun and powerful new mechanics that came to Magic in 2025. Which ones was her favorite?
Curating a Healthy Play Pod in Commander
Need advice on how make a Commander pod that's right for you? Cas is here with some advice to make sure your pod rocks on game night.
The Top 4 Times Magic Learned To Be Inclusive
Cas Hinds digs into Magic character depiction and shows us how impactful true diversity, inclusion, and representation can be.
Should We Politic and Show Mercy in Commander
Cas takes a look at a couple of recent Commander games and examines when it's right to show mercy, and when to go for the win.
How Important Is Your Mana Base in Commander?
Ever wonder how important your lands are to your experience playing Commander? Read on to see how impactful every land-based decision can be.
Is Playing Spark Double a Must in Blue?
Should every blue deck run Spark Double? Isn't it nice to always have an extra copy of your commander? What about creativity? Let's discuss.