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.
Is Optimization Ruining Commander Deck Building?
Some people in the Commander community talk about deck optimization leading to homogeneity, and how this ruins Commander. Let's discuss.
Are "Hat Sets" Bad?
We've heard the term "Hat Sets," but what does it mean? Does the term hold up? Is the experience of them harmful to the game?
Why Do We Salt Out in Commander?
We've all experienced saltiness in our Commander games, either our own or someone else's. But why do players get salty? And is it okay?
Should You Run More Removal in Commander?
Everyone has had a moment when they lose a game and the winner smugly tells you to "Run more removal." Is that really the answer?
Different Approaches To Building a Commander Deck
Cas Hinds takes a look at the different approaches to playing and deck building in Commander, listing the pros and cons of each.
Powerful Magic Cards We Take for Granted in Commander
Do we take cards for granted in Commander? Do we just throw auto-includes into decks without appreciating their power?
A Fangirl's Dream Come True in Universes Beyond
Universes Beyond is all about infusing other IP into Magic: The Gathering, so let's take a look at some potential options to be adapted into our favorite card game.
Can the Coliseum Format Fix cEDH?
We have a lot of concerns about cEDH as a competitive format, but what if there were a new format that attempts to solve those problems?
Is Winning the Most Important Thing in Commander?
In a game where someone has to win, how important should winning be? Should you feel bad if you lose several games of Commander in a row?
Is My Deck Strong or Just Oppressive?
There's a fine line between powerful and oppressive, and Cas is here to help figure out where your deck sits.