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Image via Screenrant and Hasbro, Magic: The Gathering<\/figcaption><\/figure> <\/div>

Faeries are a popular theme in MTG<\/em> but they haven’t been seriously used in Standard since the Lorwyn block. Lorwyn, the first set in the block (released in 2007), ran a host of tribal themes with Faeries being a big hit. Primarily featured in Blue and Black, Faeries are a common tribal theme in the Commander format.\u00a0<\/p>

Two top Commander Faries in EDH are Oona, Queen of the Fae and Wyden, the Biting Gale. With synergies between Faeries being increased in Standard from the M20 <\/em>set, many in the MTG<\/em> community are excited about what Throne of Eldraine <\/em>will bring to the table. Cards like Faerie Miscreant, Winged Words, and Leyline of Anticipation are going to play a major role in Standard this fall. <\/p>