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Josh Nelson
Dec 3, 2025
News Time Capsule 2025: EDHREC's Best News Coverage
This 2025 News Time Capsule will go over some of the past year's news and celebrate the moments that made 2025 so notable for Magic!
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Stoneforge Mystic
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97%synergy
Shadowspear
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97%synergy
Sigarda's Aid
100%inclusion13 decks13 decks
96%synergy
Cloud, Midgar Mercenary
100%inclusion12 decks12 decks
92%synergy
Puresteel Paladin
100%inclusion13 decks13 decks
92%synergy
Buster Sword
100%inclusion12 decks12 decks
91%synergy
Sword of Feast and Famine
85%inclusion11 decks13 decks
81%synergy
Forge Anew
85%inclusion11 decks13 decks
81%synergy
Colossus Hammer
85%inclusion11 decks13 decks
79%synergy
Sram, Senior Edificer
85%inclusion11 decks13 decks
77%synergy
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Esper Sentinel
85%inclusion11 decks13 decks
73%synergy
Nature's Lore
85%inclusion11 decks13 decks
46%synergy
Swords to Plowshares
85%inclusion11 decks13 decks
27%synergy
Heroic Intervention
77%inclusion10 decks13 decks
37%synergy
Sword of Fire and Ice
77%inclusion10 decks13 decks
75%synergy
The Reaver Cleaver
77%inclusion10 decks13 decks
73%synergy
Conqueror's Flail
77%inclusion10 decks13 decks
72%synergy
Steelshaper's Gift
77%inclusion10 decks13 decks
74%synergy
Hammer of Nazahn
77%inclusion10 decks13 decks
74%synergy
Codsworth, Handy Helper
77%inclusion10 decks13 decks
72%synergy
Game Changers
Enlightened Tutor
62%inclusion8 decks13 decks
49%synergy
Teferi's Protection
54%inclusion7 decks13 decks
37%synergy
Ancient Tomb
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
32%synergy
Smothering Tithe
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
9%synergy
Worldly Tutor
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
3%synergy
The One Ring
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
3%synergy
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Cid, Freeflier Pilot
75%inclusion9 decks12 decks
66%synergy
Red XIII, Proud Warrior
75%inclusion9 decks12 decks
64%synergy
Kutzil, Malamet Exemplar
69%inclusion9 decks13 decks
48%synergy
Halvar, God of Battle
69%inclusion9 decks13 decks
67%synergy
Tifa, Martial Artist
67%inclusion8 decks12 decks
57%synergy
Akiri, Fearless Voyager
62%inclusion8 decks13 decks
59%synergy
Birds of Paradise
62%inclusion8 decks13 decks
39%synergy
Delighted Halfling
62%inclusion8 decks13 decks
52%synergy
Kellan, the Fae-Blooded
54%inclusion7 decks13 decks
51%synergy
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist
54%inclusion7 decks13 decks
52%synergy
Bruenor Battlehammer
54%inclusion7 decks13 decks
52%synergy
Lightning, Army of One
50%inclusion6 decks12 decks
45%synergy
Bugenhagen, Wise Elder
50%inclusion6 decks12 decks
41%synergy
Danitha Capashen, Paragon
46%inclusion6 decks13 decks
42%synergy
Bureau Headmaster
46%inclusion6 decks13 decks
44%synergy
Sephiroth, Fallen Hero
42%inclusion5 decks12 decks
33%synergy
Firion, Wild Rose Warrior
42%inclusion5 decks12 decks
37%synergy
Professor Hojo
42%inclusion5 decks12 decks
33%synergy
Professional Face-Breaker
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
32%synergy
Lion Sash
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
35%synergy
Gilgamesh, Master-at-Arms
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
30%synergy
Freya Crescent
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
32%synergy
Raubahn, Bull of Ala Mhigo
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
31%synergy
Barret, Avalanche Leader
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
18%synergy
Yuffie, Materia Hunter
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
19%synergy
Zack Fair
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
19%synergy
Ragavan, Nimble Pilferer
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
20%synergy
Stonehewer Giant
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
23%synergy
Reyav, Master Smith
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
20%synergy
Kodama of the West Tree
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
18%synergy
Vincent, Vengeful Atoner
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
9%synergy
Aerith, Last Ancient
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
13%synergy
Karlach, Fury of Avernus
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
13%synergy
Bloom Tender
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Wyleth, Soul of Steel
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
15%synergy
Mabel, Heir to Cragflame
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
15%synergy
Kassandra, Eagle Bearer
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
15%synergy
Cloud, Planet's Champion
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
12%synergy
Nahiri, Forged in Fury
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
14%synergy
Toski, Bearer of Secrets
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Loran of the Third Path
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
14%synergy
Lizard Blades
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
14%synergy
Godo, Bandit Warlord
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
15%synergy
Voice of Victory
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
5%synergy
Helitrooper
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
3%synergy
Elena, Turk Recruit
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
5%synergy
Cait Sith, Fortune Teller
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Barret Wallace
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Giott, King of the Dwarves
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Witch Enchanter
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
4%synergy
Instants
Deflecting Swat
46%inclusion6 decks13 decks
34%synergy
Inventory Management
46%inclusion6 decks13 decks
42%synergy
Path to Exile
46%inclusion6 decks13 decks
-9%synergy
Dispatch
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
33%synergy
Clever Concealment
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
31%synergy
Chaos Warp
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
11%synergy
Boros Charm
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
5%synergy
Ultimate Magic: Holy
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
17%synergy
Eladamri's Call
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
14%synergy
Final Showdown
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
22%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
13%synergy
Galadriel's Dismissal
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
21%synergy
Cloud's Limit Break
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
10%synergy
Veil of Summer
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
12%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
1%synergy
Akroma's Will
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
-5%synergy
Protection Magic
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Lifestream's Blessing
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
3%synergy
Naya Charm
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-1%synergy
Settle the Wreckage
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Untimely Malfunction
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
5%synergy
Dawn's Truce
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-1%synergy
Flare of Fortitude
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
5%synergy
Get Lost
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
5%synergy
Silkguard
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
6%synergy
Noxious Revival
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
6%synergy
Wear // Tear
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
6%synergy
Legion Leadership
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
3%synergy
Cosmic Rebirth
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Red Elemental Blast
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
5%synergy
Avoid Fate
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
6%synergy
Deflecting Palm
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
6%synergy
Pyroblast
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
5%synergy
Rebuff the Wicked
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Tangle
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Brought Back
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
8%synergy
Abrade
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
4%synergy
Sorceries
Three Visits
69%inclusion9 decks13 decks
41%synergy
Open the Armory
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
34%synergy
Farseek
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
-10%synergy
Blasphemous Act
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
-2%synergy
Austere Command
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
1%synergy
Cultivate
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
-35%synergy
Vanquish the Horde
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
11%synergy
Ultimate Magic: Meteor
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Nibelheim Aflame
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Kodama's Reach
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-22%synergy
Sevinne's Reclamation
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
4%synergy
Split Up
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
6%synergy
Vandalblast
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-1%synergy
Winds of Abandon
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
6%synergy
Unfinished Business
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
5%synergy
Rampant Growth
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-31%synergy
Taunt from the Rampart
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
6%synergy
Decimate
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
0%synergy
Wheel of Fortune
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Sundering Eruption
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
5%synergy
Rip Apart
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Bala Ged Recovery
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
2%synergy
Promise of Loyalty
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Regrowth
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Stump Stomp
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
2%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Mithril Coat
69%inclusion9 decks13 decks
65%synergy
Brotherhood Regalia
69%inclusion9 decks13 decks
67%synergy
Kaldra Compleat
54%inclusion7 decks13 decks
52%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
54%inclusion7 decks13 decks
28%synergy
Lightning Greaves
54%inclusion7 decks13 decks
29%synergy
Wrecking Ball Arm
50%inclusion6 decks12 decks
42%synergy
Embercleave
46%inclusion6 decks13 decks
44%synergy
Excalibur, Sword of Eden
46%inclusion6 decks13 decks
43%synergy
Umezawa's Jitte
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
37%synergy
Champion's Helm
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
33%synergy
Sword of the Animist
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
32%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
34%synergy
Sword of Hearth and Home
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
29%synergy
Sunforger
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
30%synergy
Mask of Memory
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
29%synergy
Conformer Shuriken
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
18%synergy
Behemoth Sledge
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
18%synergy
Robe of Stars
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
22%synergy
Caduceus, Staff of Hermes
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
22%synergy
Bloodforged Battle-Axe
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
20%synergy
Sword of Wealth and Power
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
22%synergy
Sword of Forge and Frontier
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
22%synergy
Commander's Plate
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
22%synergy
Loxodon Warhammer
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
21%synergy
Adaptive Omnitool
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
21%synergy
Belt of Giant Strength
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
22%synergy
Basilisk Collar
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
17%synergy
Hexplate Wallbreaker
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
22%synergy
Cori-Steel Cutter
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Ultima Weapon
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
13%synergy
Aettir and Priwen
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
14%synergy
Genji Glove
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
11%synergy
Nettlecyst
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
13%synergy
Pip-Boy 3000
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
12%synergy
Trailblazer's Boots
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
11%synergy
Skullclamp
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
0%synergy
Sword of War and Peace
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
15%synergy
Darksteel Plate
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
12%synergy
Power Fist
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
13%synergy
Pre-War Formalwear
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
13%synergy
Argentum Armor
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
15%synergy
The Spear of Leonidas
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
15%synergy
Andúril, Flame of the West
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
15%synergy
Dragonfire Blade
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Samurai's Katana
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Sword of Light and Shadow
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Thran Power Suit
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Chainsaw
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Celestial Armor
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Bitterthorn, Nissa's Animus
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Enchantments
Fighter Class
54%inclusion7 decks13 decks
52%synergy
Aggravated Assault
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
18%synergy
Maximum Carnage
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Mantle of the Ancients
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
11%synergy
Sylvan Library
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
6%synergy
Utopia Sprawl
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
1%synergy
Annie Joins Up
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-11%synergy
Mayael's Aria
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
4%synergy
Wild Growth
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-2%synergy
The Restoration of Eiganjo
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
All That Glitters
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
2%synergy
Rhythm of the Wild
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-23%synergy
Curse of Opulence
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
6%synergy
Defense of the Heart
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
4%synergy
Planeswalkers
Domri, Anarch of Bolas
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
5%synergy
Utility Lands
Boseiju, Who Endures
69%inclusion9 decks13 decks
53%synergy
Urza's Saga
62%inclusion8 decks13 decks
58%synergy
Rogue's Passage
46%inclusion6 decks13 decks
19%synergy
Slayers' Stronghold
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
18%synergy
Command Beacon
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
20%synergy
Inventors' Fair
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
21%synergy
Kessig Wolf Run
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
6%synergy
Arena of Glory
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
12%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
11%synergy
Yavimaya, Cradle of Growth
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
-3%synergy
Monumental Henge
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
14%synergy
Ishgard, the Holy See
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Buried Ruin
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
4%synergy
Scavenger Grounds
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-2%synergy
Inkmoth Nexus
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Tree of Tales
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Muraganda Raceway
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
6%synergy
Reliquary Tower
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-11%synergy
Strip Mine
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
6%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
100%inclusion13 decks13 decks
16%synergy
Arcane Signet
92%inclusion12 decks13 decks
18%synergy
Mox Opal
46%inclusion6 decks13 decks
45%synergy
Summoning Materia
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
11%synergy
Lotus Petal
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
12%synergy
The Aetherspark
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
14%synergy
Mox Amber
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
14%synergy
Fellwar Stone
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
5%synergy
Paradise Mantle
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Lands
Command Tower
100%inclusion13 decks13 decks
9%synergy
Stomping Ground
100%inclusion13 decks13 decks
57%synergy
Sacred Foundry
100%inclusion13 decks13 decks
61%synergy
Wooded Foothills
100%inclusion13 decks13 decks
71%synergy
Savannah
100%inclusion13 decks13 decks
89%synergy
Mountain
100%inclusion13 decks13 decks
5%synergy
Forest
100%inclusion13 decks13 decks
3%synergy
Plains
100%inclusion13 decks13 decks
4%synergy
Arid Mesa
100%inclusion13 decks13 decks
73%synergy
Plateau
100%inclusion13 decks13 decks
90%synergy
Temple Garden
100%inclusion13 decks13 decks
59%synergy
Taiga
92%inclusion12 decks13 decks
82%synergy
Windswept Heath
92%inclusion12 decks13 decks
62%synergy
Jetmir's Garden
85%inclusion11 decks13 decks
43%synergy
Sunpetal Grove
69%inclusion9 decks13 decks
32%synergy
Clifftop Retreat
69%inclusion9 decks13 decks
28%synergy
Exotic Orchard
62%inclusion8 decks13 decks
8%synergy
Rootbound Crag
62%inclusion8 decks13 decks
25%synergy
Spectator Seating
62%inclusion8 decks13 decks
35%synergy
Spire Garden
54%inclusion7 decks13 decks
26%synergy
Brushland
46%inclusion6 decks13 decks
26%synergy
Battlefield Forge
46%inclusion6 decks13 decks
24%synergy
Bountiful Promenade
46%inclusion6 decks13 decks
17%synergy
Mana Confluence
46%inclusion6 decks13 decks
40%synergy
City of Brass
46%inclusion6 decks13 decks
39%synergy
Hushwood Verge
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
27%synergy
Misty Rainforest
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
25%synergy
Reflecting Pool
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
25%synergy
Cavern of Souls
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
20%synergy
Karplusan Forest
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
14%synergy
Thornspire Verge
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
21%synergy
Rockfall Vale
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
-2%synergy
Spire of Industry
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
19%synergy
Sundown Pass
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
8%synergy
Verdant Catacombs
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
17%synergy
Elegant Parlor
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
16%synergy
Sunbillow Verge
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
16%synergy
Lush Portico
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
14%synergy
Flooded Strand
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
18%synergy
Overgrown Farmland
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
-7%synergy
Branchloft Pathway
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
8%synergy
Plaza of Heroes
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
13%synergy
Commercial District
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Path of Ancestry
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
-20%synergy
Marsh Flats
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
10%synergy
Bloodstained Mire
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
10%synergy
Starting Town
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Prismatic Vista
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
3%synergy
Witch Enchanter
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
4%synergy
Jungle Shrine
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-48%synergy