Standard
The rotating format built around the most recent sets. Standard is the entry point for competitive play — the card pool shifts as new sets release and old ones rotate out.
Deck size
Minimum 60 cards
Sideboard
Up to 15 cards
Copies
Up to 4 of each card (except basic lands)
Key rules
- Uses only the most recent 2–3 years of sets
- Rotates annually — keeping the format fresh
- Smallest card pool of competitive Constructed formats
- Lower cost of entry compared to non-rotating formats