The Standard format in Magic: The Gathering is a rotating constructed format that uses the most recent sets of cards. Here are the key points:
Deck Construction:
- Deck Size: A Standard deck must contain at least 60 cards, with an optional sideboard of up to 15 cards.
- Set Legality: Only cards from the most recent sets are legal in Standard. Each year, new sets are added, and the oldest sets rotate out.
- Card Limit: You can have up to four copies of any individual card in your deck, except for basic lands.
Gameplay:
- One-on-One: Standard games are typically played one-on-one.
- Match Format: Matches can be best-of-one or best-of-three games.
- Game Duration: Standard games usually last about 20 minutes on average.
