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Author Aaron Paquette

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Aaron's been playing Magic for almost 20 years, and and his format of choice for the majority of that time has been Cube. He delivers card discussions, set reviews, archetype breakdowns, and pretty much anything else Cube-related.

Cubism: Ixalan 3 Months Later

Aaron Paquette
February 24, 2018
Cubism
Aaron and Drew are back taking another look at Ixalan after the fact. We're talking about the winners and losers from Ixalan now that we've all had enough time to give these cards a round or two. How well did I... Read More...

Cubism: Rivals of Ixalan Review

Aaron Paquette
February 9, 2018
Cubism
Aaron & Drew are back this week talking about Rivals of Ixalan! Find out how Rivals stacks up and what it can bring to cube! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wo95BnEF5Mk You can find Patrick's Ravenous... Read More...

Cubism: Unstable Review

Aaron Paquette
December 15, 2017
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The Cubism boys are back for a 'review' of Unstable! How far off the deep end does your cube go? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dkd-M0pVDwU... Read More...

Cubism: “Sacred Cows”

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November 24, 2017
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Have some cards that are getting a little long in the tooth? Find out what pruning the boys from cubism are doing! https://youtu.be/aa8fNvyOrEo... Read More...

FUSION 5K BREAKDOWN

Aaron Paquette
November 3, 2017
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Cubism host Aaron Paquette put together this infographic for Fusion Gaming's largest tournament - enjoy! Do you like content like this? Let us know in the comments! ... Read More...

Cubism: Hour of Devastation – 3 Months Later

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October 14, 2017
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The Cubism boys are back for a review of Hour of Devastation and what cards are making the cut for cube! https://youtu.be/isI_2zOdmgE... Read More...

Cubism: Ixalan Review Part 2

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September 30, 2017
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The Cubism team is back to finish their review of Ixalan for Cube, let's jump right in! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f_BLSXIhITg Audio only version here Facebook Page View More Cubism Here!... Read More...

Cubism: Ixalan First Impressions

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September 24, 2017
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The Cubism boys lay down the law when it comes to Ixalan, what cards are you adding to your cube? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UPzbepbcy_A Watch More Cubism Here!... Read More...

Cubism: Commander 2017 Review

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August 28, 2017
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The Cubism boys are back and they are reviewing the Commander 2017 product, what cards from this exciting release will you be adding to your cube? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p5g233oYAGU Watch more Cu... Read More...

Cubism: Amonkhet 3 Months Later

Aaron Paquette
August 4, 2017
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This week on Cubism, Aaron and Drew take a look at Amonkhet after they've had time to properly watch and play with the additions from Amonkhet! What has over-preformed? What has under-preformed? Tune in to find... Read More...
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