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News, strategy, and tournament coverage for the Premodern format.
May 2, 2026
Lobstercon 2026: 317 Players Make History at the Largest Premodern Event Ever
The North American Premodern Championship at Lobstercon 2026 drew 317 players to Cambridge, MA — shattering records and crowning a new champion. Full Day 1 and Day 2 metagame breakdown, Top 8 bracket, and results.
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May 1, 2026
Welcome to Play Premodern
Why we built playpremodern.com — a fan-run guide to the most beautiful old-school MTG format. What's here, what's coming, and how you can get involved.
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