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I'm starting the year off right with a Magic tournament. The first RCQ Standard of the year and my first Standard tournament since last May's RC. The format has changed a lot since then, with several bans hitting Izzet decks (Cori-Steel Cutter and Vivi Ornitier) as well as a rotation in September. Yet, it's still an Izzet deck that's caught my eye.

Another week, another tournament. This time I was playing in my new favorite format, Duel Commander, for the 3rd anniversary tournament of the Duel Commander Québec group at the Collect-Edition store.

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Saturday morning, I was at the Mount Royal Center playing Magic: The Gathering at the Montreal Tour Weekend in Modern format.
There were about 45 of us for the main event compared to 35 for the RCQ Standard tournament on the same day. I think the low entry fee for the Standard tournament convinced more than a few people to skip Modern.

It's time to prove your worth! The Flesh and Blood Super Slam prerelease is coming soon. The new expansion is coming to our store, and you can preview it at our event on September 21st!

Since Lorcana's launch in 2023, we've seen its influence spread to stores across Quebec and reach Disney fans right in their homes. In 2026, Ravensburger is preparing to take another step forward by offering a new way to explore their universe through collecting. Whether you're a veteran of the First Chapter or a curious newcomer, the coming months promise to be exceptional.

Get ready to play ALL your craziest cards this weekend (December 13th and 14th) at the store!

This week, the Lorcana community's attention is focused on an event celebrating deckbuilding: the first-ever Infinity Weekend!

Mark your calendars, Lorcana players! The wait is almost over, as the new Disney Lorcana expansion, Whispers in the Well, arrives early this Friday, November 7, at Cartes Léo!

This set is darker and more intriguing. It's your chance to be among the first to discover the new mechanics, characters, and their stories.

Get your katanas and bo staffs ready (and especially a double pepperoni), because the new collaboration between Magic: The Gathering and the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles is coming very soon! We'll be getting a complete set from the Universes Beyond range, based on the pop culture universe that captivated children of the '80s and '90s.

And here's everything you need to know to prepare for its release on February 27th.

Now that the excitement of MTG's return to the plane of Lorwyn after more than a decade has truly settled in, it's time to look at what lurks in the shadows of the Lorwyn Eclipsed expansion, arriving on January 16. If you plan to participate in our Prerelease, there's a strategic aspect you can't ignore: how to build an effective deck in an environment where synergy reigns supreme?

2026 is shaping up to be one of the most ambitious years in Magic: The Gathering history. Wizards of the...

Since Riftbound burst onto the scene last October, the game has carved out a special place in the hearts of card gamers. Where many others have failed, it must be said. If you haven't yet tried this new powerhouse, you're probably wondering: "Another TCG? Is it really different from the others?"

Yes.

The release of Riftbound: Origins is almost here! The game's growing community has already started analyzing the best cards awaiting us. To help you prepare your decks for our Nexus Nights or to build your list of must-collect cards, I've analyzed what meta experts are saying to present the 10 cards that will dictate the tempo and value of your games.

If you're tired of building decks with a lot of potential, which synergize in amazing ways and have well-designed energy curves... but which end up never performing because the spirit of the cards has decided to strike again, well, Riftbound League of Legends has thought of everything. Beyond its innovative mechanics, what's most engaging is the feeling of control and the constant rhythm of the battles. The game makes you feel present in the fight, not agonizing or begging for luck to figure out what you need.

It's already 2026, and if you thought the beginning of the year would be quiet, think again! January 30th marks the kickoff of Pokémon's 30th anniversary with a first wave of releases that's going to make a lot of noise in stores. Between the return of Mega Evolutions and commemorative accessories like tokens and promotional cards, there's something for everyone.

The Mega Evolution: Phantasmal Flames set has been out for almost two weeks, and we can confirm that the Standard format meta has shifted! This isn't just due to the addition of new cards, but rather the return of an iconic mechanic that forces players to completely rethink their strategies.

At Cartes Léo, we took the time to analyze the first tournament data to explain what makes this new set so special and how you can adjust your decks to remain competitive.

In the Pokémon community, two new poles of influence are emerging. On the one hand, the speculative excitement surrounding the arrival of the Mega Evolution set is propelling the value of older cards to incredible heights. On the other, the influence of the Pokémon TCG Pocket mobile game is attracting a new audience.

At Cartes Léo, we analyze these trends to give you the keys you need to successfully navigate this constantly evolving landscape.