Cube Favorites and Commander Staples Shine
This week’s hottest Magic cards aren’t mythics or flashy planeswalkers — they’re quirky, powerful, and full of creative potential.
Ornithopter is soaring up the charts thanks to the wildly inventive 100 Ornithopter Cube by Andy Mangold of Lucky Paper Radio. This cube, which runs 100 copies of Ornithopter as the only creatures, transforms the humble zero-mana artifact into a true deck-building challenge. Since Sam of Rhystic Studies released a deep-dive video on the cube, demand for Ornithopter — especially retro frame versions from The Brothers’ War and Mirrodin originals — has surged. The nostalgia, innovation, and absurdity of turning a 0/2 flyer into a threat is capturing imaginations across the MTG community.
Meanwhile, Tempest Hawk from Tarkir: Dragonstorm is gliding in as a sleeper hit for Commander players. Similar to Hare Apparent, Tempest Hawk shines in decks that embrace the “no singleton” philosophy. Its consistent presence and synergy potential make it a standout common. Prices are at their most affordable, so now is the time to snag copies before more players catch on.
Innovation is alive and well in Magic — and these cards prove that big ideas often start with small creatures.
