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Channel Nikachu: Fan-favourite Flavour Texts!

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Magic has built worlds in flavour text. They've also had some ZINGERS! Today we go over our favourite funny flavour texts! https://youtu.be/iGLDYL9xI48 Get your MTG singles from FUSIO... Read More...

Channel Nikachu: Rating AI-Generated MTG Cards pt. 4!

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Channel Nikachu: The Worst Lands in Magic: The Gathering

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Channel Nikachu: How Powerful Are Banned Pioneer Cards?

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Channel Nikachu: WARNING! These Cards Are Dangerous To Your Health!

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